Compare performance (131 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 markedly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,548 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers markedly more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 165 km more than the Mercedes Citan.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers markedly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is very slightly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers barely more boot space – 597 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries noticeably more – 644 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer holds a decisive overall lead 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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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