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Mercedes Citan vs XPeng P7 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 473 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or XPeng P7?

Mercedes Citan vs XPeng P7: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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XPeng P7

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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the XPeng P7 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,071 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the XPeng P7 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the XPeng P7 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 296 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

P7

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 XPeng P7 offers clearly more power – delivering 473 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the XPeng P7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 8.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the XPeng P7 is barely faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the XPeng P7 delivers substantially more torque with 757 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 487 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 visibly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,020 kg. The difference is around 464 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers noticeably more boot space – 551 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries markedly more – 644 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 214 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The XPeng P7 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 £42,500
P7

XPeng P7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 276 - 473 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 19.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 505 - 576 km
Mercedes Citan
XPeng P7

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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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XPeng P7

The XPeng P7 cuts a sleek, coupe-like silhouette that looks like a tech firm's idea of a stylish electric sedan, and its minimalist cabin packs smart screens and handy features that actually improve everyday life. Underneath the future-facing image it drives with surprising poise and comes loaded with advanced driver aids, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric charisma without the hype.

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Mercedes Citan
XPeng P7

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
42,500 - 50,200 £
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
16.8 - 19.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
505 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.7 kWh
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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,020 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,888 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,896 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,450 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
430 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
276 - 473 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
440 - 757 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
203 - 348 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
XPeng
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