Compare performance (131 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 72,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Toyota Land Cruiser?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes Citan Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,250 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan Transporter uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers noticeably more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.7 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Land Cruiser delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Land Cruiser offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 1,034 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries very slightly more – 787 kg compared to 750 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.
The Mercedes Citan Transporter is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.
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The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
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Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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co2
278 - 282 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
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Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Payload
685 - 750 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
151 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,755 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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