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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs BYD Seal comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or BYD Seal?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs BYD Seal: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
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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

Berlingo Transporter

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 Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,388 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Citroen Berlingo Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 216 km more than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter.

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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 BYD Seal offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is substantially lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 578 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries considerably more – 991 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 518 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is clearly superior 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.

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BYD Seal

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 530 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 460 - 570 km
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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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BYD Seal

The BYD Seal is a sleek, fastback-style electric sedan that blends sporty design with a comfortable, tech-forward cabin. It delivers an engaging driving feel, impressive real-world range and strong value, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want a modern EV sedan.

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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Thomas
14 Apr 2026, 15:59:57

Very well equipped and really good quality. Driving performance is more than adequate and very comfortable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
446 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
BYD
What drive types are available for the Citroen Berlingo Transporter?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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