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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £, while the SERES 5 costs 57300 £. That’s a price difference of around 34899 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the SERES 5: with 18.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.
As for range, the SERES 5 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 430 km, about 150 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 SERES 5 has a decisively edge – offering 585 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 454 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 8.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the SERES 5 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: SERES 5 pulls significantly stronger with 940 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 670 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Mercedes Citan is convincingly lighter – 1556 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 804 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly perceptible more room – 551 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs significantly better – up to 3660 L, which is about 2937 L more than the SERES 5.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan significantly takes the win – 644 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.
Overall, the SERES 5 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
22400 - 30100 £
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Price
57300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.60 kWh
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
430 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 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
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Curb weight
2360 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4700 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1930 mm
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Height
1811 - 1830 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
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Max trunk capacity
723 L
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.10 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
430 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
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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
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SERES
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.