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Mercedes Citan vs GWM HAVAL H6 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 27,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or GWM HAVAL H6?

Mercedes Citan vs GWM HAVAL H6: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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GWM HAVAL H6

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the GWM HAVAL H6 costs 27,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the GWM HAVAL H6 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

HAVAL H6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM HAVAL H6 offers significantly more power – delivering 243 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM HAVAL H6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM HAVAL H6 delivers clearly more torque with 530 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 260 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 is a bit lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM HAVAL H6 offers marginally more boot space – 560 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries clearly more – 644 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM HAVAL H6 has only a minor advantage 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 £27,400
HAVAL H6

GWM HAVAL H6

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 L/100km
Mercedes Citan
GWM HAVAL H6

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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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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GWM HAVAL H6

The Haval H6 arrives with bold, upmarket styling that makes a confident statement without breaking the bank, pairing a polished cabin with gadgetry that feels more premium than the badge implies. As a practical family crossover it balances comfort, space and value with a calm on-road demeanour and a cheeky hint of ambition—perfect for buyers who want style and substance without a luxury price tag.

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Mercedes Citan
GWM HAVAL H6

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
27,400 - 29,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 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
134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
560 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,886 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
179 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
GWM
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