Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Citan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £, while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12691 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Mercedes Citan performs convincingly better – achieving up to 280 km, about 205 km more than the Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 has a convincingly edge – offering 306 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Citan performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
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In curb weight, Mercedes Citan is somewhat lighter – 1556 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers slight more room – 580 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs convincingly better – up to 3660 L, which is about 1970 L more than the Toyota RAV4.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan slight takes the win – 644 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
Overall, the Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
22400 - 30100 £
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Price
35100 - 55700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Electric Range
75 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
22 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
1745 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1811 - 1830 mm
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Height
1685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
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Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Payload
390 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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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.