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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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Toyota Prius

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,679 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 290 km, about 204 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

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 Prius offers clearly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is only slightly faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 239 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries substantially more – 787 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 412 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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.

from £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
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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 Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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