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Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot 308 SW comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Peugeot 308 SW?

Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot 308 SW: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • visibly cheaper
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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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 visibly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,677 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW 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 Peugeot 308 SW is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 SW offers markedly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 164 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

308 SW

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 Peugeot 308 SW offers markedly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 SW is clearly 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 Peugeot 308 SW delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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 308 SW is barely lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 72 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 551 L of storage.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries markedly more – 644 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW is decisively 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.

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308 SW

Peugeot 308 SW

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 444 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 Peugeot 308 SW blends French flair with estate practicality, dressing up daily chores in a surprisingly handsome package. Inside it's cleverly laid out and comfortable, and the composed, entertaining drive makes family duty feel a little less like a chore.

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Reviews Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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GT
6 Dec 2025, 17:50:57

Great car with a smooth ride. I have 308 SW GT, with the 180HP PHEV engine

pierre
29 Nov 2025, 17:19:44

150,000 km in 2 years — SW BlueHDi 1.5L 30cv. Comfortable, excellent gearbox. Maybe a bit noisy on the motorway, with air noise around the front doors. A slightly punchier engine would be welcome. The entire timing system was replaced under warranty at 110,000 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
81 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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