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Mercedes Citan vs Estrima Birò comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 12,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Estrima Birò?

Mercedes Citan vs Estrima Birò: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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Estrima Birò

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Citan

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.

Estrima Birò is substantially cheaper – starting at 12,900 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,591 £.

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 Mercedes Citan offers significantly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan is substantially faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Estrima Birò tops out at 60 km/h. The difference is around 123 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Estrima Birò delivers markedly more torque with 381 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes Citan offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Estrima Birò is considerably lighter – 424 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 1,132 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers significantly more boot space – 551 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries substantially more – 644 kg compared to 226 kg. That’s a difference of about 418 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan comes out clearly 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 £22,400
Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 280 km
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Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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Birò is a tiny electric city car that turns cramped streets and parking headaches into a manageable, even fun, part of the day with nimble manners and a cheeky silhouette. It’s an ideal pick for urbanites seeking fuss-free daily mobility, low running hassle, and a vehicle that refuses to blend into the commuter crowd.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
12,900 - 17,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
424 - 431 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
122 - 308 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
1,794 - 1,835 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,107 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
219 - 226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
60 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
381 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Estrima
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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