Compare performance (136 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or Fiat 500?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Fiat 500 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Citroen Berlingo Transporter costs 22,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,612 £.
Both cars consume an average of 5.2 L/100km – no difference here.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Citroen Berlingo Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers marginally more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 23 km more than the Fiat 500.
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 Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo Transporter delivers markedly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is somewhat lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,329 kg. The difference is around 199 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers substantially more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 1,615 L.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries substantially more – 991 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 666 kg.
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.
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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The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
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Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,800 L
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Fiat
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