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Suzuki Ignis vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (83 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (15,600 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Ignis or Mercedes Citan?

Suzuki Ignis vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Suzuki Ignis

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  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes Citan

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ignis

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Ignis is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,835 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Ignis uses 4.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Citan

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Ignis is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 12.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan is barely faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Suzuki Ignis tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan delivers significantly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 163 Nm more.

Ignis

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, Suzuki Ignis is substantially lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 621 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers substantially more boot space – 551 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,560 L more than the Suzuki Ignis.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries clearly more – 644 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 249 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan stands well ahead of its rival 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 £22,400
Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 280 km
Suzuki Ignis
Mercedes Citan

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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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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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Suzuki Ignis
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
110 - 122 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
3,700 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
335 - 395 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
83 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
107 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2020
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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