Compare performance (136 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Vauxhall Astra?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen Berlingo is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,946 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 18 kWh/100km for the Citroen Berlingo. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers clearly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 111 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.
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 Vauxhall Astra offers clearly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers a bit more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is only slightly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,476 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 628 L.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries substantially more – 840 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 338 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra 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.
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 Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
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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
0 - 130 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
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,859 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
438 - 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 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
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 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
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Vauxhall
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