Compare performance (136 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Mazda 3 Hatchback?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen Berlingo is markedly cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 25,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,689 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen Berlingo uses 5.3 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
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 Mazda 3 Hatchback offers visibly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is only slightly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,476 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 699 L.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries clearly more – 840 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 338 kg.
The Citroen Berlingo is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
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Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
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Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
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Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
509 - 840 kg
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Payload
487 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mazda
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