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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • slightly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • barely more efficient
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kangoo Compact Van

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 Transporter is slightly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,432 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan Transporter uses 5.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 20.5 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 290 km, about 6 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

Citan Transporter

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 Mercedes Citan Transporter offers barely more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 11.7 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 270 Nm.

Kangoo Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,639 kg. The difference is around 258 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries moderately more – 901 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly ahead overall 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 £21,700
Citan Transporter

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 262 - 290 km
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
670 - 901 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

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