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Audi A3 Sportback vs Citroen Berlingo – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Two cars, one duel: Audi A3 Sportback meets Citroen Berlingo.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
A3 Sportback
@ Audi AG
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.
Citroen Berlingo has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6651 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Citroen Berlingo performs convincingly better – achieving up to 343 km, about 202 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
Berlingo
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Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback has a clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 264 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.20 s. That’s about 7.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
@ Audi AG
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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is somewhat lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers convincingly more room – 1050 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 670 L.
When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo clearly takes the win – 840 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 360 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Audi A3 Sportback proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £26,800
@ Audi AG
Audi A3 Sportback
Audi A3 Sportback
The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.
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Citroen Berlingo
The 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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Audi A3 Sportback
Citroen Berlingo
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26800 - 56600 £
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Price
20200 - 34700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
46 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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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
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1530 - 1881 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
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Length
4352 - 4381 mm
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Length
4403 - 4753 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1415 - 1470 mm
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Height
1844 - 1849 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
509 - 840 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Citroen
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What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?
The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.