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Mercedes Citan vs VW Touran – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes Citan meets VW Touran.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £, while the VW Touran costs 35400 £. That’s a price difference of around 12952 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.20 L per 100 km – no difference here.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Touran has a to a small extent edge – offering 150 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touran is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 8.90 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touran performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touran pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Touran is hardly perceptible lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers clearly perceptible more room – 834 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs convincingly better – up to 3660 L, which is about 1680 L more than the VW Touran.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan minimal takes the win – 644 kg compared to 601 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Touran shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

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VW Touran

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.5 L
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Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes-Benz Citan High Roof Van is a versatile option in the compact van segment, offering a perfect blend of practicality and style. Its sleek design combined with the brand's hallmark attention to detail ensures that it stands out on city streets and motorways alike. Inside, the spacious cabin provides ample room for passengers or cargo, making it an ideal choice for both urban professionals and families seeking flexibility.

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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22400 - 30100 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1811 - 1830 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes Citan?

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.