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Audi A1 vs Citroen Berlingo Transporter comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 22,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Citroen Berlingo Transporter?

Audi A1 vs Citroen Berlingo Transporter: Key differences

Audi A1

2.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • moderately lighter
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Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A1 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Citroen Berlingo Transporter costs 22,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,775 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.2 L/100km – no difference here.

Berlingo Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 offers visibly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A1 delivers marginally more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is moderately lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,329 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers clearly more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 1,465 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries substantially more – 991 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 521 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £22,700
Berlingo Transporter

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 km
Audi A1
Citroen Berlingo Transporter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter

The Citroën Berlingo is a no-nonsense work van that pairs cavernous practicality with a surprisingly comfy, car-like driving experience. It won’t pretend to be sporty, but it will swallow your cargo, simplify your day, and keep ownership headaches to a minimum with sensible packaging and clever storage.

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Audi A1
Citroen Berlingo Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
611 - 991 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Citroen
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