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Citroen Berlingo vs Mercedes GLB comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Mercedes GLB?

Citroen Berlingo vs Mercedes GLB: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mercedes GLB

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  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen Berlingo uses 5.3 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18 kWh/100km for the Citroen Berlingo. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers significantly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 288 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

GLB

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 Mercedes GLB offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers substantially more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is markedly lighter – 1,476 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 510 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries clearly more – 840 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 335 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £43,200
GLB

Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 431 - 631 km
Citroen Berlingo
Mercedes GLB

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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 GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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Citroen Berlingo
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
485 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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