Updates include a free payload increase, new engine options, and a special tech package featuring navigation and parking assistance.
Mercedes-Benz Vans UK has confirmed, in a statement released in Milton Keynes, that its Citan van lineup will receive major product updates starting with October 2025 production. The changes include free payload upgrades for selected variants, the introduction of new engines, and a special technology package.
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Citan models equipped with the 110 engine will benefit from a free increase in payload capacity. The biggest improvement is seen in the L1 BASE version, where the payload rises from 479 kg to 680 kg — an increase of 201 kg.
The lineup also now offers 112 variants with standard automatic transmission, delivering 116 hp and 270 Nm of torque.
Among the highlights is the new Special Edition Technology Package, available to order on diesel and electric PRO models for £995 (excluding VAT). The package includes:
- Satellite navigation;
- Wireless charging for mobile devices;
- Active Parking Assist, which helps drivers locate and maneuver into parking spaces safely.
Customers can also benefit from promotional discounts across the entire Citan range — up to £1,200 on diesel versions and up to £4,200 on electric models.
Payload improvements by version:
| Variant | Payload before October 2025 | Payload from October 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 110 L1 Base | 479 kg | 680 kg |
| 110 L2 Base | 684 kg | 854 kg |
| 110 L2 PRO | 662 kg | 837 kg |
| 110 L2 Select | 660 kg | 827 kg |
With these improvements, Mercedes-Benz strengthens its position in the highly competitive compact van segment, combining efficiency, comfort, and technology.
The brand, which has been producing commercial vehicles for nearly 130 years, emphasizes that the updated portfolio maintains its commitment to flexibility, safety, and reliability. In the UK, Mercedes-Benz Vans operates 91 dealerships and has been serving customers since 1974.
Source and images: Mercedes-Benz Vans UK. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
