The Kangoo-based Mercedes-Benz Citan minivan is now on its second generation and it's hard to say how does the fancied-up German equivalent of today's Renault Kangoo fare up to this new normal. Either way, it's going to feel much the same way as the previous Citan. Anyway, let's investigate.
Priced at 19,980 Euros plus additional costs, the front-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz Citan minivan is a Renault Kangoo in Stuttgart's eyes that caters through various lifestyles the family man can take on. For work or for a family getaway, the all-new Citan is ready to take on whatever life throws at it.
Starting with the exterior, the all-new Citan looks just like the third-generation Renault Kangoo as expected but the face has been altered to Mercedes's tastes, giving the impression that the French favorite camper van has gone the German route, whatever the reason.
Like the new Kangoo, the new Citan is bigger and roomier than its predecessor, making this five-seater high-roof minivan more accommodating than ever. With the added room being the plus point for the new Citan, the one annoying feature that made no one safe, especially if you're in its sweet zone, is its voice control in its MBUX. It works just like the Amazon Alexa so approach with caution, kids.
Under the hood, the new Citan is powered by a choice of petrol and diesel engines with the most powerful bearing the 1.3L petrol engine with 131PS of power, 240Nm of torque, and while mated to the 6-speed manual gearbox, which sounds good for those who love manual gearboxes, it has a 0-100kph time of 12 seconds and a top speed of 183kph. Kiss your Hiace goodbye.
Like the new Kangoo, the added sizing feels a bit of a letdown for the new Citan but it's quiet, it's smooth, and overall, not a bad minivan to drive. It's also safer as well because of its host of ADAS.
Like the previous model, the all-new Citan feels just like the all-new Renault Kangoo, and with its bigger sizing, more spacious interior, and added tech, you should be appreciated that this could be your next camper van on a budget, although you might face a crucial choice if you already owned the third-generation Renault Kangoo. Whatever the reason, the new Citan is set to become every German family's best friend and with such pricing, it's a real bargain.
Photo: Daimler AG
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