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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22100 - 33800 £
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Price
37500 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.40 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
354 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
46 kWh
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
53 - 61 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1329 - 1813 kg
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Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
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Trunk capacity
1800 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4401 - 4751 mm
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Height
1796 - 1812 mm
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Height
1966 - 1985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4000 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
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Payload
755 - 1259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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The Citroen Berlingo Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive.