Compare performance (136 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (20,800 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace City or Mercedes Citan?
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.
Toyota Proace City is barely cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,645 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace City is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.1 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City offers moderately more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 63 km more than the Mercedes Citan.
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 Toyota Proace City offers barely more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Proace City is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 11.5 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace City delivers marginally more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers markedly more boot space – 912 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 361 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries markedly more – 829 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.
The Toyota Proace City is clearly superior 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.
The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
343 km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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