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Citroen Berlingo vs Nissan Townstar comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (20300 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Nissan Townstar?

Citroen Berlingo vs Nissan Townstar: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • distinct cheaper
  • minimal more power
  • clearly perceptible more efficient
  • slight more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • slightly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • minimal lighter
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

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

Berlingo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen Berlingo has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20300 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen Berlingo manages with 5.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

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

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo performs slightly better – achieving up to 343 km, about 62 km more than the Nissan Townstar.

Townstar

Engine and Performance:

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 Citroen Berlingo has a minimal edge – offering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen Berlingo is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.20 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Townstar performs evident 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 slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is minimal lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1509 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers clearly perceptible more room – 1050 L compared to 775 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo noticeable takes the win – 840 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 199 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.

Citroen Berlingo
Nissan Townstar

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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

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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Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.

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Citroen Berlingo
Nissan Townstar

Costs and Consumption

Price
20300 - 34700 £
Price
25700 - 37700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
265 - 281 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 157 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 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1505 - 1922 kg
Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
Length
4403 - 4753 mm
Length
4488 - 4911 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1859 - 1860 mm
Height
1844 - 1849 mm
Height
1838 - 1869 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
506 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, 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
122 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Nissan
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.