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Mercedes Citan vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 54,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or Volvo EX60?

Mercedes Citan vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Volvo EX60

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Citan

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes Citan is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Volvo EX60 costs 54,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,548 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX60 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 810 km, about 530 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

EX60

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 Volvo EX60 offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 549 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 9.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers clearly more torque with 790 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 520 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, Mercedes Citan is significantly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,190 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers barely more boot space – 551 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries noticeably more – 644 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 is decisively 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 £54,000
EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 620 - 810 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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The Volvo EX60 arrives as a sleek, family-friendly electric SUV that blends Scandinavian restraint with a surprising dash of personality, wrapping a calm, premium cabin around practical everyday usability. It’s aimed at buyers who prize safety and comfort but still want a car that rewards an enthusiastic drive, proving that sensible can be quietly fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
54,000 - 70,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
620 - 810 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,190 - 2,425 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
435 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Citan have?

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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