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BMW X3 vs Citroen Berlingo Transporter comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 22,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Citroen Berlingo Transporter?

BMW X3 vs Citroen Berlingo Transporter: Key differences

BMW X3

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
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Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen Berlingo Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,939 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X3 uses 2.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers clearly more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 266 km more than the BMW X3.

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 BMW X3 offers substantially more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

X3

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is considerably lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 601 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers significantly more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 1,230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries considerably more – 991 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 421 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter is decisively ahead 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
BMW X3
Citroen Berlingo Transporter

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BMW X3

The BMW X3 blends sporty handling with premium comfort, making it a strong choice for drivers who want an engaging everyday SUV. Its well-appointed interior and confident road manners give it broad appeal for families and commuters who value style and versatility.

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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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BMW X3
Citroen Berlingo Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
570 kg
Payload
611 - 991 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen
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