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Citroen Berlingo vs Ford Focus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (20200 £ vs 27500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Ford Focus?

Citroen Berlingo

Ford Focus

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen Berlingo has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Ford Focus has a clearly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.20 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls evident stronger with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Ford Focus is a bit lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers clearly more room – 1050 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 658 L.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo evident takes the win – 840 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,500
Focus @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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
Citroen Berlingo
Ford Focus

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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
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Costs and Consumption

Price
20200 - 34700 £
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1530 - 1881 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4403 - 4753 mm
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Height
1844 - 1849 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction 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 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Citroen Berlingo have?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.