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Mercedes Citan vs Vauxhall Combo comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Vauxhall Combo?

Mercedes Citan vs Vauxhall Combo: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
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Vauxhall Combo

  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Citan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Citan is marginally cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo costs 22,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 434 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Combo

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes Citan offers very slightly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo delivers only slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Combo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is marginally lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 499 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo carries marginally more – 695 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan is barely ahead 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 £22,400
Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 265 - 280 km
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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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The 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.

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Vauxhall Combo

Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
22,900 - 28,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 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
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
141 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,644 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 1,050 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
544 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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