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Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot Expert Transporter comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 32,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Peugeot Expert Transporter?

Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot Expert Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Peugeot Expert Transporter

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  • noticeably more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Transporter costs 32,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,687 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Transporter with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan is visibly more efficient: consuming 19.3 kWh/100km compared to 23.6 kWh/100km for the Peugeot Expert Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot Expert Transporter offers markedly more range – reaching up to 352 km, about 72 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Expert Transporter

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 Expert Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Expert Transporter is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.5 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 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 a bit lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Transporter carries significantly more – 1,226 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 582 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Expert Transporter is clearly superior 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 £32,100
Expert Transporter

Peugeot Expert Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 221 - 352 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 Expert is a practical, no-nonsense work van that combines a car‑like driving feel with a tough, flexible load area — perfect for tradespeople who want comfort on the road and durability on the job. It won’t turn heads for glamour, but its sensible packaging, clever storage and dependable nature make it a smart, low-drama choice for buyers who need a proper transporter.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
32,100 - 48,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
840 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
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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