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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 286 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 VW Transporter Transporter?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • clearly 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.

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 22,700 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,769 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen Berlingo Transporter uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter is noticeably more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 23 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.

Transporter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 543 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries noticeably more – 1,259 kg compared to 991 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Transporter holds a slight edge 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 £37,500
Transporter Transporter

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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 56 - 331 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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Reviews Citroen Berlingo Transporter

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Mme malvoisin roberte
10 Jul 2026, 17:22:24

Very good handling even when loaded, very good fuel consumption, very easy to handle, comfortable seat.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,700 - 33,800 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
1,800 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 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
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
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
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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