Compare performance (218 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 20200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Citroen Berlingo?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen Berlingo has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12994 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Alpine A290: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 18 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the Alpine A290 performs minimal better – achieving up to 380 km, about 37 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A290 has a evident edge – offering 218 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.20 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen Berlingo performs minimal better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is barely noticeable lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1554 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers convincingly more room – 1050 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 724 L.
When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo significantly takes the win – 840 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 444 kg.
Overall, the Citroen Berlingo shows itself to be edges ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Alpine A290 brings Alpine's racing-bred spirit to the road with taut handling, razor-sharp steering and a compact, cheeky silhouette that's impossible to ignore. It's a car for drivers who want pure fun rather than family practicality — a playful, stylish pocket rocket that makes every back road feel like a racetrack and hands out smiles with the key.
detailsThe Citroën Berlingo is a charming, practical MPV that blends everyday versatility with a comfy ride and clever storage tricks that make life easier for families and small businesses. It won’t star in a sports-car ad, but its sensible layout, enormous load flexibility and friendly demeanor mean it often wins on plain common sense — perfect for school runs, weekend escapes and the odd IKEA mission.
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Price
33200 - 39600 £
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Price
20200 - 34700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1554 kg
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Curb weight
1530 - 1881 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
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Length
3990 mm
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Length
4403 - 4753 mm
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Width
1820 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1520 mm
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Height
1844 - 1849 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
509 - 840 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Citroen
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.