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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (22,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or VW Golf Variant?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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VW Golf Variant

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Berlingo Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen Berlingo Transporter is markedly cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,101 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Golf Variant

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 VW Golf Variant offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 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 very slightly lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers significantly more boot space – 1,800 L compared to 611 L. That’s a difference of about 1,189 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter carries significantly more – 991 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 444 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter is far ahead 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 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
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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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The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Citroen Berlingo Transporter?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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