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Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot 508 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 44,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Peugeot 508?

Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot 508: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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

Mercedes Citan is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan offers significantly more range – reaching up to 280 km, about 225 km more than the Peugeot 508.

508

Engine and Performance:

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 Peugeot 508 offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 229 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 250 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is slightly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers moderately more boot space – 551 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,123 L more than the Peugeot 508.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries noticeably more – 644 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 is far 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 £44,600
508

Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 46 - 55 km
Mercedes Citan
Peugeot 508

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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 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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Mercedes Citan
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 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
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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