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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW Transporter Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (22100 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or VW Transporter Transporter?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

VW Transporter Transporter

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen Berlingo Transporter has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22100 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15381 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen Berlingo Transporter manages with 5.20 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.10 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen Berlingo Transporter: with 17.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 21.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.50 kWh.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter performs slight better – achieving up to 354 km, about 23 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.

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 VW Transporter Transporter has a convincingly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter performs somewhat better – reaching 183 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Transporter pulls noticeable stronger with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is decisively lighter – 1329 kg compared to 1872 kg. The difference is around 543 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter distinct takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 991 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Transporter shows itself to be edges out slightly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £37,500
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.1 - 8.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 24.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 56 - 331 km
Citroen Berlingo Transporter
VW Transporter Transporter

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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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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
22100 - 33800 £
Price
37500 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 - 61 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1329 - 1813 kg
Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
Trunk capacity
1800 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4401 - 4751 mm
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
2032 mm
Height
1796 - 1812 mm
Height
1966 - 1985 mm
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4000 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
755 - 1259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
Is the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.