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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • slightly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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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.

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,756 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Citroen Berlingo Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 46 km more than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter.

DS 3

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo Transporter delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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, DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,329 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers considerably more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 1,450 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries significantly more – 991 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 525 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter 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.

from £22,700
Berlingo Transporter

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manual, 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
Citroen Berlingo Transporter
DS Automobiles DS 3

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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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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
DS Automobiles
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