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Mercedes Citan vs Peugeot Rifter - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes Citan

Peugeot Rifter

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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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 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Mercedes Citan
Peugeot Rifter

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Peugeot Rifter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 - 19.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 328 - 339 km

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 Rifter

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The 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.

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Mercedes Citan
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
22400 - 30100 £
Price
23800 - 36600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.1 kWh
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
328 - 339 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 158 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
Curb weight
1561 - 1941 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1050 L
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4405 - 4755 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1811 - 1830 mm
Height
1818 - 1837 mm
Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
Max trunk capacity
3000 - 3500 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
489 - 814 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
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
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
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Citan?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.