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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or Subaru Outback?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,274 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen Berlingo Transporter uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Outback

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 Subaru Outback offers moderately more power – delivering 169 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo Transporter delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 48 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, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 314 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers clearly more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 1,239 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries considerably more – 991 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 434 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
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Subaru
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