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Mercedes Citan vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or SsangYong Torres?

Mercedes Citan vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • visibly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Citan is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,405 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Torres is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 182 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Torres offers visibly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Torres is very slightly faster – reaching 194 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers visibly more torque with 339 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 69 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is marginally lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers visibly more boot space – 703 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 1,998 L more than the SsangYong Torres.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries somewhat more – 644 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan is narrowly ahead 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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

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
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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