Head to head
Citroen Relay vs Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the citroen-badged sibling of the peugeot boxer and fiat ducato.. The Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter is a battery-electric version of the sprinter large van, offered with 81kwh or 113kwh batteries..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Citroen Relay | Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | up to 2 tonnes on selected versions | 563-570 kg (L2, 3.5t, 81kWh); 1197 kg (L2, 4.15t); 414-421 kg (L3, 3.5t, 81kWh); 1148 kg (L3, 4.25t, 81kWh); 920-927 kg (L3, 4.25t, 113kWh) |
| Load volume | 10-17 m3 depending on body configuration | 9 m3 (L2); 14 m3 (L3) |
| Towing capacity | 2250-3000 kg braked depending on version | up to 2000 kg |
| Load length | 3.12-4.07 m depending on version | - |
| Gross weight | - | up to 4250 kg |
Sources: Citroen Relay, Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Relay if...
The Relay covers the same broad range of lengths, heights and GVWs as its Boxer sibling, and is chosen by UK fleets on similar terms: load volume and conversion flexibility over brand cachet.
Full Relay specifications →Buy or hire the eSprinter if...
The eSprinter trades payload for range and battery size, so fleets running it for last-mile and urban delivery routes typically spec the heavier 4.15-4.25t GVW derivatives to recover payload lost to the battery pack.
Full eSprinter specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Citroen Relay and the Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter?
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the Citroen-badged sibling of the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato.; the Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter is a battery-electric version of the Sprinter large van, offered with 81kWh or 113kWh batteries..
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