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Citroen Berlingo vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (20300 £ vs 22400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Mercedes Citan?

Citroen Berlingo vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • a bit cheaper
  • slight more power
  • barely noticeable more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • to a small extent quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • barely noticeable lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Mercedes Citan

  • hardly perceptible more efficient

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 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20300 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2181 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan manages with 5.20 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen Berlingo: with 18 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo performs somewhat better – achieving up to 343 km, about 63 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Citan

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 Citroen Berlingo has a slight edge – offering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen Berlingo is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 11.20 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Citan performs noticeable better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen Berlingo pulls minimal stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is barely noticeable lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers clearly more room – 1050 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 499 L.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo clearly perceptible takes the win – 840 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo sits well ahead of its rival 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
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 334 - 343 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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The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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Citroen Berlingo
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption
Price
20300 - 34700 £
Price
22400 - 30100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1505 - 1922 kg
Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4403 - 4753 mm
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1844 - 1849 mm
Height
1811 - 1830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen Berlingo have?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.