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Citroen Berlingo vs Mercedes Citan – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Citroen Berlingo meets Mercedes Citan.
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 a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £, while the Mercedes Citan costs 22400 £. That’s a price difference of around 2266 £.

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 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.30 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 range, the Citroen Berlingo performs somewhat better – achieving up to 343 km, about 63 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

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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 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 Citroen Berlingo performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 1 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.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is barely noticeable lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 26 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?

The Citroen Berlingo proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen Berlingo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Citroen Berlingo

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 5.8 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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Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes-Benz Citan High Roof Van is a versatile option in the compact van segment, offering a perfect blend of practicality and style. Its sleek design combined with the brand's hallmark attention to detail ensures that it stands out on city streets and motorways alike. Inside, the spacious cabin provides ample room for passengers or cargo, making it an ideal choice for both urban professionals and families seeking flexibility.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20200 - 34700 £
Price
22400 - 30100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 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
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1530 - 1881 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
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction 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 - 184 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 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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.

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