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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs Mercedes GLA comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 38,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or Mercedes GLA?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs Mercedes GLA: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
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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 Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,090 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 280 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

GLA

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 Mercedes GLA offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 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 a bit lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers significantly more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 1,365 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries substantially more – 991 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 491 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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
Mercedes GLA

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA is a compact luxury crossover that brings Mercedes-Benz's refined design and premium cabin materials into a practical, city-friendly package. It combines comfortable ride quality and intuitive tech with poised handling, making it a confident choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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