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Citroen Berlingo vs Ford Transit Transporter – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Citroen Berlingo meets Ford Transit Transporter.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen Berlingo has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £, while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39900 £. That’s a price difference of around 19756 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen Berlingo manages with 5.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Transit Transporter with 7.90 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen Berlingo: with 18 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Ford Transit Transporter with 21.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.30 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen Berlingo performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 343 km, about 26 km more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

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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 Ford Transit Transporter has a decisively edge – offering 269 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen Berlingo performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Ford Transit Transporter tops out at 120 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Transporter pulls noticeable stronger with 430 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 130 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: Ford Transit Transporter offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is distinct lighter – 1530 kg compared to 2074 kg. The difference is around 544 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Transporter decisively takes the win – 2607 kg compared to 840 kg. That’s a difference of about 1767 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £39,900
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Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh
  • Electric Range : 247 - 317 km
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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 Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit Transporter has long been a staple in the commercial vehicle sector, renowned for its reliability and versatility. It offers a comfortable cabin with a modern design that enhances the driving experience, making long journeys more enjoyable. With a focus on practicality, the Transit provides ample cargo space, meeting the demands of businesses and individual users alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20200 - 34700 £
Price
39900 - 69100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 10.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 32 kWh
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
247 - 317 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
68 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1530 - 1881 kg
Curb weight
2074 - 2765 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4403 - 4753 mm
Length
5531 - 6704 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
2059 mm
Height
1844 - 1849 mm
Height
2530 - 2778 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9300 - 14100 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
735 - 2607 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
105 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
120 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 430 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
77 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2019 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen Berlingo have?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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