Mercedes smallest people carrier has received a
number of important updates, chief of which is a new OM608 engine generation
replacing the previously available OM607. The Citan Tourer is now using the
latest generation of the Renault-sourced 1.5-liter four-cylinder turbo diesel
engine in three states of tune. The 108 CDI has 80 PS and 210 Nm of torque, the
109 CDI offers 95 PS and 230 Nm, and the 111 CDI comes with
116 PS and 260 Nm. The third version is also found in the
new A180d.
Regardless of the version, the 1.5-liter diesel is
paired to a new six-speed manual transmission and SCR technology that enables it
to comply with the current emission class Euro 6d-TEMP. According to Mercedes,
the new gearbox offers “impressively comfortable gear shifting and reduced fuel
consumption with a wider gear spread.”
Official NEDC fuel economy ratings are 4.8-4.6 l/100
km (58.8-61.4 mpg UK), with corresponding CO2 emissions of 127-121 g/km.
Following the rollout in the Tourer, the OM608 diesel engines will be fitted to
the Citan Panel Van as well starting this summer. Besides the new powertrains, the
Mercedes-Benz Citan Tourer offers a new equipment line called Red Design
Package that enhances the small minivan’s appearance. Highlights include red
decorative strips beneath the front grille and on the mirror housings, as well
as grey sports strips on the sides.
The Red Design Package, which is available both for
the Citan Tourer and Citan Panel Van, also brings a chrome radiator trim and a
chrome strip on the tailgate. Inside, customers can choose between two
packages: the Color Interior Design package and the Chrome Interior. The former
includes red trim rings on the vents and speakers as well as red top stitching
on the front seats and all head restraints, while the latter adds several
chrome elements in the cabin.