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Mercedes Citan vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or SsangYong Rexton?

Mercedes Citan vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,691 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Rexton

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 SsangYong Rexton offers noticeably more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Rexton is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Rexton is barely faster – 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: the SsangYong Rexton delivers visibly more torque with 441 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is clearly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 589 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly more boot space – 784 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 233 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 1,683 L more than the SsangYong Rexton.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries a bit more – 770 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan 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.

from £22,400
Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 280 km
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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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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