Head to head
Citroen Relay vs Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the citroen-badged sibling of the peugeot boxer and fiat ducato.. The Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van is a large diesel panel van offered from 3.5t to 5.0t gvw, a premium-positioned rival to the transit and crafter..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Citroen Relay | Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | up to 2 tonnes on selected versions | 1157-1165 kg (L2H2, 3.5t); 958-966 kg (L4H2, 3.5t); up to 2479 kg (L2H2, 5.0t, 515/517) |
| Load volume | 10-17 m3 depending on body configuration | 10.5 m3 (L2H2); 14.0 m3 (L3H2); 15.5 m3 (L4H2) |
| Load length | 3.12-4.07 m depending on version | 3375 mm (L2H2); 4810 mm (L4H2) |
| Towing capacity | 2250-3000 kg braked depending on version | - |
Sources: Citroen Relay, Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van. 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 Panel Van if...
The Sprinter is priced and equipped as the premium choice in the large van class, and its 3.5-5.0t GVW spread with matching payload jumps makes it a common choice for fleets that need heavier derivatives without moving to a 7.5t truck.
Full Panel Van specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Citroen Relay and the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van?
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the Citroen-badged sibling of the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato.; the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van is a large diesel panel van offered from 3.5t to 5.0t GVW, a premium-positioned rival to the Transit and Crafter..
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