Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (22400 £ vs 23800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Peugeot Rifter?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Citan has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the Peugeot Rifter costs 23800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1377 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan manages with 5.20 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot Rifter: with 18.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.
As for electric range, the Peugeot Rifter performs slightly better – achieving up to 339 km, about 59 km more than the Mercedes Citan.
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 Rifter has a barely noticeable edge – offering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Rifter is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 10.80 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot Rifter performs minimal better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot Rifter pulls minimal stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Peugeot Rifter offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes Citan is minimal lighter – 1556 kg compared to 1561 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers clearly more room – 1050 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 499 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs barely noticeable better – up to 3660 L, which is about 160 L more than the Peugeot Rifter.
When it comes to payload, Peugeot Rifter distinct takes the win – 814 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.
The Peugeot Rifter 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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot Rifter is a practical, family-friendly people carrier that makes everyday errands and weekend escapes feel effortless thanks to its airy cabin and clever, flexible interior. With chunky, purposeful styling and storage solutions everywhere, the Rifter manages to be both unashamedly useful and unexpectedly likeable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22400 - 30100 £
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Price
23800 - 36600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.1 kWh
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
328 - 339 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
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Curb weight
1561 - 1941 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1050 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4405 - 4755 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1811 - 1830 mm
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Height
1818 - 1837 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
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Max trunk capacity
3000 - 3500 L
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
489 - 814 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.