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Mercedes Citan vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

Mercedes Citan vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • markedly cheaper
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • only slightly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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 markedly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo costs 27,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,689 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.2 L/100km – no difference here.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is slightly more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers markedly more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 74 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Combo Cargo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers only slightly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 11.2 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

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

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Mercedes Citan offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is a bit lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries somewhat more – 781 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Combo Cargo sits just ahead overall 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 £27,100
Combo Cargo

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 354 km
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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
-
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
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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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