Compare performance (131 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (22400 £ vs 24200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Citan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 24200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1772 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan manages with 5.20 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.60 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Townstar Compact Van: with 18.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs minimal better – achieving up to 289 km, about 9 km more than the Mercedes Citan.
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 Mercedes Citan has a barely noticeable edge – offering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 183 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Citan pulls slight stronger with 270 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is somewhat lighter – 1399 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 157 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs clearly perceptible better – up to 4900 L, which is about 1240 L more than the Mercedes Citan.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar Compact Van a bit takes the win – 775 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.
The Nissan Townstar Compact Van holds a very small edge 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.
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.
detailsThe Nissan Townstar is a smart, no-nonsense compact van that makes city running and tight deliveries feel almost effortless thanks to tidy packaging and clever storage. It keeps things sensible on the wallet and the road, offering a comfortable driving position and useful tech without flashy frills — the kind of workhorse you'll actually enjoy parking at the kerb.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22400 - 30100 £
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Price
24200 - 39900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
263 - 289 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
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co2
0 - 159 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
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Curb weight
1399 - 1908 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4488 - 4910 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1811 - 1830 mm
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Height
1822 - 1854 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 4900 L
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
537 - 775 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Nissan
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.