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Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot Partner comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 26,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Peugeot Partner?

Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot Partner: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • somewhat cheaper
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Peugeot Partner

  • marginally more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • moderately 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Citan is somewhat cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Peugeot Partner costs 26,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,669 £.

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

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 74 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Partner

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 Partner offers marginally 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 Peugeot Partner is moderately 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 Peugeot Partner delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes Citan offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

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

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Partner carries slightly more – 781 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Partner stands out in the key areas 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 £26,100
Partner

Peugeot Partner

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • 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
Mercedes Citan
Peugeot Partner

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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 Partner

The Peugeot Partner is a no-nonsense workhorse that doubles as a surprisingly comfy family mover, combining clever storage solutions with an easy-to-live-in cabin. It won’t win any beauty contests, but for small businesses and active families it’s practical, economical and utterly reliable when the day gets busy.

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Mercedes Citan
Peugeot Partner

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
26,100 - 33,500 £
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
-
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
3
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
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
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
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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