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Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Peugeot 2008?

Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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Peugeot 2008

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  • moderately more power
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Citan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Citan is moderately cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Peugeot 2008 costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,319 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 2008 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 125 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

2008

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 Peugeot 2008 offers moderately more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 270 Nm.

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Peugeot 2008 is visibly lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries visibly more – 644 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 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.

from £24,800
2008

Peugeot 2008

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
Mercedes Citan
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

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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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

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Mercedes Citan
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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