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Mercedes Citan vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Renault Mégane?

Mercedes Citan vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Renault Mégane

  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • 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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,614 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Mégane is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers markedly more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 172 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Mégane

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 Renault Mégane offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan is somewhat faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Mégane delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is somewhat lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,328 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries markedly more – 644 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 198 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane holds a narrow overall lead 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 £35,100
Mégane

Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 452 km
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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 Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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