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Mercedes Citan vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or VW Tiguan?

Mercedes Citan vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • barely lighter

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,135 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan offers considerably more range – reaching up to 280 km, about 154 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan

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 VW Tiguan offers considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is a bit faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 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 barely lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers slightly more boot space – 652 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,174 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries slightly more – 644 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 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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Reviews Mercedes Citan

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Mercedes Citan
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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 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
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

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

The Mercedes Citan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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