Compact van

Mercedes-Benz Citan

The Mercedes-Benz Citan is the brand's smallest van and is intended for urban and regional distribution work. The model was developed together with Renault: the first generation (W415, 2012-2021) shares its engineering with the Renault Kangoo, the second generation (W420, from 2021) with the subsequent Kangoo generation. In the Netherlands the Citan is mainly driven by installation and maintenance companies, parcel carriers and service providers who need a compact vehicle that can be driven on a car licence with low running costs. Alongside the closed panel van there are passenger versions (Tourer) and double cab versions (Mixto on the W415). Since 2022 there has also been a fully electric eCitan.

W415 (first generation) (2012-2021)

First Citan, based on the Renault Kangoo II and built in Maubeuge. Supplied in three lengths (Compact, Long, Extra Long) plus the Mixto and Tourer. With the 2017-2019 facelift the petrol engine disappeared from the range and the diesel engines were brought up to Euro 6, with a final update around 2019-2020 to 80, 95 and 116 hp.

Engines

Engine	Fuel	Contents	Power	Torque	Standard	Transmission
108 CDI 2012-2016	diesel	1,5 l	75 pk (55 kW)	180 Nm	Euro 5	5-speed manual
109 CDI 2012-2016	diesel	1,5 l	90 pk (66 kW)	200 Nm	Euro 5	5-speed manual
111 CDI 2012-2016	diesel	1,5 l	110 pk (81 kW)	240 Nm	Euro 5	6-speed manual
112 (benzine) 2013-2017	petrol	1,2 l	114 pk (84 kW)	190 Nm	Euro 5	6-speed manual
109 CDI (Euro 6) 2016-2019	diesel	1,5 l	90 pk (66 kW)	200 Nm	Euro 6	5-speed manual
111 CDI (Euro 6) 2017-2019	diesel	1,5 l	110 pk (81 kW)	240 Nm	Euro 6	6-speed manual
108 CDI (laatste serie) 2019-2021	diesel	1,5 l	80 pk (59 kW)	–	Euro 6d	6-speed manual
109 CDI (laatste serie) 2019-2021	diesel	1,5 l	95 pk (70 kW)	–	Euro 6d	6-speed manual
111 CDI (laatste serie) 2019-2021	diesel	1,5 l	116 pk (85 kW)	–	Euro 6d	6-speed manual

Trim levels

Standaard bestelwagenBasic equipment with remote central locking, electric windows, heat-insulating glass, automatic daytime running lights, ADAPTIVE ESP with ABS and traction control, and driver and passenger airbags.

BlueEFFICIENCYEconomy package with start-stop system, gear shift indicator and adjusted tyre pressure; optional on the diesel engines and standard on the petrol version.

EconomyKeenly priced entry version based on the long panel van with a limited options programme.

MixtoDouble cab with a second row of seats and a bulkhead behind the bench, supplied only as an extra-long version.

TourerPassenger version with windows all round, fixed or removable rear bench and a comfort-oriented interior.

W420 (second generation) (2021-present)

Completely new model on the platform of the third Kangoo generation, with a wider and longer body, MBUX multimedia and modern driver assistance systems. The engine range was extended with 1.3-litre petrol engines and a seven-speed automatic; from 2022 the fully electric eCitan was added, and from 2022 also a long (L2) version. Since 2024 there has been a SELECT trim line above BASE and PRO.

Engines

Engine	Fuel	Contents	Power	Torque	Standard	Transmission
108 CDI 2021-present	diesel	1,5 l	75 pk (55 kW)	230 Nm	Euro 6d	6-speed manual
110 CDI 2021-present	diesel	1,5 l	95 pk (70 kW)	260 Nm	Euro 6d	6-speed manual
112 CDI 2021-present	diesel	1,5 l	116 pk (85 kW)	270 Nm	Euro 6d	6-speed manual
110 (benzine) 2021-present	petrol	1,3 l	102 pk (75 kW)	200 Nm	Euro 6d	6-speed manual
113 (benzine) 2021-present	petrol	1,3 l	131 pk (96 kW)	240 Nm	Euro 6d	6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic (7G-DCT)
eCitan 2022-present	electric	45 kWh	122 pk (90 kW)	245 Nm	285 km	fixed-ratio automatic

Trim levels

BASEEntry version with MBUX multimedia system with 9.5-inch screen, cruise control, multifunction steering wheel, reversing camera with parking sensors, ESP and Hill Start Assist.

PROBASE plus air conditioning, electrically folding and adjustable door mirrors, fog lights, blind spot assist, armrest with storage compartment, height-adjustable passenger seat and lumbar support for the driver.

SELECTOnly for the closed Citan and eCitan: PRO plus the Interior Design Package and Chrome Interior Package, high-gloss black instrument panel, leather steering wheel, LED High Performance headlights, active parking assist and KEYLESS START.

TourerPassenger version with windows all round, rear bench and equipment tailored to passenger transport.

The dimensions at a glance

Of the Mercedes-Benz Citan there are 8 versions, load length 137 cm to 217 cm, load volume 2,4 m³ to 3,8 m³. The full dimensions table by version, with wheelbase, exterior dimensions, width between the wheel arches and Euro pallets, is on the dimensions page.

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What the Citan is known for

Compact exterior dimensions with a load floor that can take two Euro pallets one behind the other on the long versions
Payload up to approximately 800 kg, depending on version and engine
Diesel engines with a low stated consumption (around 4.5-5.5 l/100 km according to the manufacturer)
Dense dealer and service network for commercial vehicles in the Netherlands
Available from 2022 as the fully electric eCitan with a 45 kWh battery and DC charging up to 75 kW

What to look out for on a used example

The 1.5 dCi diesel (K9K, W415) has a timing belt; depending on model year and version, the prescribed replacement interval is around 120,000-180,000 km or 6 years - ask for the invoices.
At high mileages, check the sliding door rails and rollers and the closing of the rear doors; these wear with intensive delivery work.
For Euro 6 diesels with a particulate filter and AdBlue, a lot of short-distance use is unfavourable; look out for regeneration messages, AdBlue consumption and fault codes in the history.
On the electric eCitan, a charging report or battery status check (State of Health) is useful, as is the remaining term of the battery warranty.

These points apply to the model in general. What applies to a specific vehicle depends on its maintenance history; we discuss this for every vehicle we sell.