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Citroen Berlingo vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Ford Focus?

Citroen Berlingo vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space
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Ford Focus

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  • substantially more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen Berlingo is markedly cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,252 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Focus

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 Ford Focus offers substantially more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is moderately lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,476 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers considerably more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 658 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries markedly more – 840 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus comes out modestly ahead 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.

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Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L/100km
Citroen Berlingo
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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Citroen Berlingo

The Citroën Berlingo is a charming, practical MPV that blends everyday versatility with a comfy ride and clever storage tricks that make life easier for families and small businesses. It won’t star in a sports-car ad, but its sensible layout, enormous load flexibility and friendly demeanor mean it often wins on plain common sense — perfect for school runs, weekend escapes and the odd IKEA mission.

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Citroen Berlingo
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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