Mercedes confirms the end of the T-Class and Citan while betting on electric vehicles and new luxury models (Instagram @mercedesbenz)
The Mercedes-Benz continues to streamline its vehicle lineup and has decided to end production of two lesser-known models: the T-Class van and its commercial version, the Citan. Both are derived from the Renault Kangoo and are produced in a Renault factory in France.
This decision also affects their electric variants, the EQT and eCitan, which are set to disappear by 2026 without direct replacements. The automaker is shifting its investments toward larger, more profitable vans, developed on proprietary platforms — both combustion and electric.
This is not the first time the partnership between Renault and Mercedes has resulted in shared products. In addition to the vans, there was also the Smart ForFour, based on the Renault Twingo, and the X-Class pickup, created from the Nissan Navara, which ended up being a commercial failure. While Mercedes distances itself from these collaborations, Renault plans to relaunch the Twingo as an entry-level electric car.
Despite the cuts, Mercedes is also betting on new innovations. Planned models include a smaller G-Class, a fully electric C-Class, and a new generation of the CLA, which will even feature a rare compact station wagon version, the Shooting Brake. In the high-performance segment, AMG is preparing its own electric vehicles, such as a sedan to replace the GT 4-Door Coupé and an SUV. The brand could also launch a new exclusive S-Class Coupé, part of the Mythos lineup, which will focus on super-limited models.
Source: Motor1.com | Photo: Instagram @mercedesbenz | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
