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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or Renault Espace?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Berlingo Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen Berlingo Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,796 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Espace

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 Renault Espace offers clearly more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 344 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers significantly more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 692 L. That’s a difference of about 1,108 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries clearly more – 991 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 410 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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
Citroen Berlingo Transporter
Renault Espace

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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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Renault Espace

The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
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Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault
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