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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota Proace Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (21700 £ vs 31600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Toyota Proace Bus?

Mercedes Citan Transporter

Toyota Proace Bus

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Citan Transporter has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9823 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan Transporter manages with 5.10 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.50 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes Citan Transporter: with 18.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 24.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.50 kWh.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus performs slightly better – achieving up to 343 km, about 53 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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 Proace Bus has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 11.70 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.30 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Bus tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace Bus pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers convincingly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is noticeable lighter – 1381 kg compared to 1835 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Bus distinct takes the win – 1265 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 478 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Bus is far ahead overall 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.

Mercedes Citan Transporter
Toyota Proace Bus

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Toyota Proace Bus

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.5 - 6.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.2 - 24.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 218 - 343 km

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 Proace Bus

The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
21700 - 33300 £
Price
31600 - 57100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
Curb weight
1835 - 2140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4983 - 5333 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1819 - 1830 mm
Height
1890 mm
Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
825 - 1265 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.30 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.