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Mercedes Citan vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or ZEEKR 001?

Mercedes Citan vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

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  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Citan is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,977 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the ZEEKR 001 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 340 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers substantially more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 413 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 9.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers clearly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 416 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is clearly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 644 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers very slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries slightly more – 644 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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.

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
Mercedes Citan
ZEEKR 001

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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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Mercedes Citan
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
ZEEKR
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