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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota Mirai comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 182 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 58,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Toyota Mirai?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota Mirai: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Toyota Mirai

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,964 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Mirai offers clearly more range – reaching up to 650 km, about 360 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Mirai

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Mirai offers visibly more power – delivering 182 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Mirai is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.2 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Mirai delivers only slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 519 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries noticeably more – 787 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 272 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £21,700
Citan Transporter

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 262 - 290 km
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

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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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Adrian
4 May 2026, 18:27:24

Great car, I switched from a Lexus NX300h F-Sport, and in terms of comfort the Mirai wins.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
650 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
485 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
182 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
134 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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