Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Toyota Proace City?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota Proace City is marginally cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,645 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace City is barely more efficient: consuming 18.1 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City offers slightly more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 63 km more than the Mercedes Citan.
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 Toyota Proace City offers marginally more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Proace City is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.5 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan is visibly faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Toyota Proace City tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace City delivers barely more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is moderately lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers visibly more boot space – 912 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 361 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 967 L more than the Toyota Proace City.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries noticeably more – 829 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.
The Toyota Proace City holds a decisive 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.
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 Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
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Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
343 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 - 146 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
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
4,401 - 4,751 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
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Height
1,812 - 1,818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,126 - 2,693 L
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
135 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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