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BMW i5 vs Citroen Berlingo comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 20,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Citroen Berlingo?

BMW i5 vs Citroen Berlingo: Key differences

BMW i5

  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen Berlingo

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i5

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,440 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18 kWh/100km for the Citroen Berlingo. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 284 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

Berlingo

Engine and Performance:

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 BMW i5 offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 465 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

i5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is clearly lighter – 1,476 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 719 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers considerably more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 560 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries noticeably more – 840 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £60,800
i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
BMW i5
Citroen Berlingo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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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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BMW i5
Citroen Berlingo

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
509 - 840 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen
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