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Mercedes Citan vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Genesis GV80?

Mercedes Citan vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Citan is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,939 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

GV80

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 Genesis GV80 offers clearly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is markedly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers clearly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 318 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is clearly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 599 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers visibly more boot space – 735 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 1,508 L more than the Genesis GV80.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries only slightly more – 690 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 is clearly 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.

from £59,400
GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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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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The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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