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Citroen Berlingo vs Kia PV5 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 32,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Kia PV5?

Citroen Berlingo vs Kia PV5: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Kia PV5

  • moderately more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Berlingo

Quick comparison: Citroen Berlingo and Kia PV5

Citroen Berlingo and Kia PV5 tackle the same brief — practical family/utility transport — but they approach it from different directions. The Berlingo leans into maximum usability with sliding doors, versatile seating and a workmanlike interior; the PV5 arrives as a quieter, more modern electric take with big cargo capacity and tech features. In everyday terms that means the Berlingo feels like a sensible, no-nonsense van adapted for family life, while the PV5 feels like a contemporary electric people‑carrier engineered for refinement and loading ease. Below we unpack how those character differences translate to comfort, usability and who each car will suit best.

PV5

Character and driving feel

The Citroen Berlingo is tuned for comfort and predictability rather than sport, with a soft suspension and an easy, unhurried steering feel that keeps long days pleasant but shows body roll in corners. The Kia PV5 drives with more composure and a quieter, more planted character at normal speeds thanks to its electric setup, and it accelerates with a livelier shove in town. If you spend lots of time on fast motorways the Berlingo’s combustion option and pragmatic setup feel durable, whereas the PV5 rewards urban and regional driving with a refined, low‑noise experience but is less suited to sustained high‑speed runs. In short: Berlingo = cushioned utility; PV5 = refined, electric everyday driver.

Berlingo

Comfort and cabin quality

Inside, the Citroen Berlingo prioritises usable comfort — generous seat cushioning, straightforward ergonomics and loads of stowage — but the surfaces and trim remind you of its utilitarian roots. The Kia PV5 offers a quieter, neater cabin and modern connectivity that feels more contemporary, though it still mixes practical plastics with some scratch‑prone panels and a touch‑heavy control layout. For long distances the Berlingo’s sofa‑like seats can be kinder on the back, while the PV5 reduces fatigue through low NVH and a calmer acoustic environment. Choose Berlingo for seat comfort and practical detailing, choose PV5 if a serene, techy cabin and low noise are your priorities.

PV5

Practicality and cargo usability

Both cars are strong on utility but with different emphases: the Citroen Berlingo is the flexible people‑carrier, offering sliding doors, an optional third row and a layout that handles child seats and odd-shaped kit with ease. The Kia PV5 tilts toward pure cargo practicality with a larger, easier‑to‑use luggage area and a lower loading lip that makes bikes and boxes much less of a chore to deal with. If your days demand hauling more people, frequent family logistics or heavier payloads, the Berlingo’s layout and options will feel more useful. If you mostly need effortless loading space and the biggest usable trunk for gear, the PV5 will save time and strain.

Berlingo

City friendliness and everyday usability

In town the Kia PV5 feels especially well suited thanks to a tight turning circle, silent electric drive and a lower step‑in that speeds running errands and kerbside drop‑offs. The Citroen Berlingo brings real-world advantages too: high seating and dual sliding doors make school runs and stroller loading far less fiddly in cramped parking spots. Urban trade-offs are clear — the PV5’s thick A‑pillars mean you should check sightlines at junctions, while the Berlingo’s height and large upward‑opening tailgate demand more clearance in tight garages and busy car parks. Basically, PV5 is slick for short urban hops and fleets; Berlingo is kinder for daily family logistics and awkward loading scenarios.

PV5

Buyer fit and practical trade-offs

Your choice comes down to priorities: the Citroen Berlingo rewards buyers who want maximum interior adaptability, a lower entry price and the option of traditional long‑range motoring or higher payloads for heavy use. The Kia PV5 suits buyers who prioritise electric refinement, the largest effortless loadspace and modern connectivity with lower running fuss in city and regional use. Neither is a compromise on practicality, but they serve different routines — Berlingo for people‑first versatility and rugged day‑to‑day utility, PV5 for quiet efficiency and cargo‑centric convenience. Read on to the technical comparison to see how those everyday impressions line up with range, charging and load figures before you decide.

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

Berlingo

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Kia PV5 costs 32,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,558 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen Berlingo is barely more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the Kia PV5. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia PV5 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 416 km, about 73 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

PV5

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 Kia PV5 offers moderately more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia PV5 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 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, Citroen Berlingo is markedly lighter – 1,476 kg compared to 1,860 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia PV5 offers noticeably more boot space – 1,330 L compared to 1,050 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries very slightly more – 840 kg compared to 790 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo is decisively 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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Berlingo

Citroen Berlingo

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 334 - 343 km
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Citroen Berlingo
Kia PV5

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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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Kia PV5

The Kia EV5 is an exciting new entrant in the landscape of electric SUVs, promising a blend of style and innovation that captures attention. It boasts a sleek and modern design that aligns with Kia's evolving aesthetic identity, blending practicality with eye-catching details. With its foray into the electric vehicle segment, the EV5 is set to offer a highly competitive option for those looking to embrace sustainable mobility without compromising on comfort or tech features.

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Citroen Berlingo
Kia PV5

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Price
32,800 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
295 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
1,860 - 2,145 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
1,330 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
455 - 790 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
121 - 163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
89 - 120 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia
Is the Citroen Berlingo offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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