Mercedes-Benz eCitan dimensions (2023-on)
Because the Mercedes-Benz eCitan was always designed to come with an electric model, there are no major compromises when it comes to its dimensions, either inside or out. As with the Renault Kangoo, there will be a longer version to come, but it is launching with the shorter of the two versions to start off with.
We're limited on the information that we have on the eCitan in terms of dimensions at this stage, but below is what we do know, including information on towing and payload.
For details on how the eCitan drives, check out the main review.
There is only the one length of Mercedes-Benz eCitan to start off with, but there will be a second joining the range as time progresses.
Mercedes-Benz eCitan compact exterior dimensions:
- Length: 4,498mm
- Width without door mirrors: 1,859mm
- Height: 1,819mm
- Wheelbase: 2,716mm
There is no penalty for going electric when it comes to fitting items into the Mercedes-Benz eCitan, as the interior dimensions are unchanged compared to the diesel version.
Mercedes-Benz eCitan compact load space dimensions:
- Maximum load length to fixed bulkhead: 1,806mm
- Maximum load length with folding bulkhead: 3,053mm
- Maximum load height: 1,256mm
- Maximum load width: 1,524mm
- Width between the rear wheel arches: 1,240mm
- Maximum load volume: 2.9 cubic metres
As is often the case with electric vans, the eCitan suffers from a payload that isn't as high as its diesel equivalent. Despite having a largely similar gross vehicle weight, the eCitan can carry less of a load than the diesel. The compact version only has a maximum payload of 544kg. The long model promises more, with a 722kg maximum payload. This is down to a heavy-duty rear axle, which can't be fitted to the shorter of the two electric vans.
Mercedes-Benz eCitan towing capacity
The days of electric vans not being able to tow are seemingly over, as the eCitan is capable of dealing with a braked trailer weighing up to 1,450kg. This is decent, but falls slightly short of the largely identical Renault Kangoo E-Tech, which can take a round 1,500kg.
