Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (22400 £ vs 24800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Vauxhall Combo?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Citan has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo costs 24800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2405 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan manages with 5.20 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Combo: with 18.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo performs somewhat better – achieving up to 345 km, about 65 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 Vauxhall Combo has a slight edge – offering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Combo is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 11.30 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Combo performs barely noticeable better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Combo pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 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.
Seats: Vauxhall Combo offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is barely noticeable lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers clearly perceptible more room – 850 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 299 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs evident better – up to 3660 L, which is about 967 L more than the Vauxhall Combo.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Combo clearly perceptible takes the win – 840 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo sits 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.
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 Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22400 - 30100 £
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Price
24800 - 36500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
333 - 345 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 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
1530 - 1922 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
597 - 850 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4410 - 4760 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1811 - 1830 mm
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Height
1812 - 1818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
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Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
430 - 840 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic 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
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.30 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 184 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 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
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.