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Mercedes Citan vs MINI Aceman comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or MINI Aceman?

Mercedes Citan vs MINI Aceman: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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MINI Aceman

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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,557 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 5.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman offers clearly more range – reaching up to 355 km, about 75 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Aceman

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 MINI Aceman offers considerably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Aceman delivers markedly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 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 somewhat lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 164 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 251 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries a bit more – 644 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 km
Mercedes Citan
MINI Aceman

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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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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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Mercedes Citan
MINI Aceman

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
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
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 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
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,754 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
450 - 530 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MINI
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