Citroen Berlingo vs Vauxhall Vivaro - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the Citroen Berlingo's engine?

Up to 136 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the Citroen Berlingo use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.50 L.

Q: What is the Citroen Berlingo’s energy consumption?

Average electricity consumption is 18 kWh.

Q: What is the Citroen Berlingo’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 343 km.

Q: How many kWh does the Citroen Berlingo’s battery hold?

The Citroen Berlingo comes with a 46 kWh battery.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Citroen Berlingo?

The Citroen Berlingo measures 4403 mm long, 1848 mm wide and 1844 mm high.

Q: What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Vivaro?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Vauxhall Vivaro?

The Vauxhall Vivaro reaches a peak output of 180 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the Vauxhall Vivaro use?

On average, the Vauxhall Vivaro consumes 6.20 L.

Compare performance (136 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (20200 £ vs 33200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Vauxhall Vivaro?

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Citroen Berlingo

Vauxhall Vivaro

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 convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £, while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33200 £. That’s a price difference of around 13024 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen Berlingo manages with 5.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.20 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen Berlingo: with 18 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 23.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.60 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs slight better – achieving up to 352 km, about 9 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

Berlingo

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 Vauxhall Vivaro has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Vivaro is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 10.50 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.20 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Vivaro pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is slightly lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1722 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Vivaro distinct takes the win – 1226 kg compared to 840 kg. That’s a difference of about 386 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Vivaro shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,200

Vauxhall Vivaro

Price : 33200 - 52500 £
Body Type : Cargo Van, Bus
Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 120 - 180 HP
Consumption L/100km : 6.2 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km : 23.6 - 24 kWh
Electric Range : 221 - 352 km
Seats : 3 - 9
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 10.5 - 14.3 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 130 - 185 km/h
Torque : 260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 4
Model : Vivaro
Modell : Vivaro Electric Cargo Doppelkabine XL (50 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo Doppelkabine XL (75 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo Doppelkabine M (50 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo Doppelkabine M (75 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo XL (50 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo XL (75 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo M (50 kWh), Vivaro Electric Cargo M (75 kWh), Vivaro Cargo M 1.5 Diesel, Vivaro Kombi 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo M 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo XL 1.5 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo XL 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo Flexkabine M 1.5 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo Flexkabine XL 1.5 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo Flexkabine M 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo Flexkabine XL 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo Doppelkabine M 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Cargo Doppelkabine XL 2.2 Diesel, Vivaro Kombi XL 2.2 Diesel
CO2 Efficiency Class : A, F, G
Trim Level : (mit erhöhter Nutzlast), Sportive, Automatik, Sportive Automatik
Power kW : 88 - 132 kW
co2 : 0 - 184 g/km
Engine capacity : 1499 - 2184 cm3
Curb weight : 1722 - 2260 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 69 L
Length : 4980 - 5331 mm
Width : 1920 mm
Height : 1890 - 1935 mm
Brand : Vauxhall
Max trunk capacity : 3200 - 6100 L
Payload : 840 - 1226 kg

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Costs and Consumption
Price 20200 - 34700 £	Price 33200 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 5.8 L	Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km 18 - 18.7 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km 23.6 - 24 kWh
Electric Range 334 - 343 km	Electric Range 221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity 46 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 0 - 151 g/km	co2 0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 50 L	Fuel tank capacity 69 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type High Roof Estate	Body Type Cargo Van, Bus
Seats 5	Seats 3 - 9
Doors 4 - 5	Doors 4
Curb weight 1530 - 1881 kg	Curb weight 1722 - 2260 kg
Trunk capacity 775 - 1050 L	Trunk capacity -
Length 4403 - 4753 mm	Length 4980 - 5331 mm
Width 1848 mm	Width 1920 mm
Height 1844 - 1849 mm	Height 1890 - 1935 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 3200 - 6100 L
Payload 509 - 840 kg	Payload 840 - 1226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel, Electric	Engine Type Electric, Diesel
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox	Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 102 - 136 HP	Power HP 120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 11.2 - 13.2 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.5 - 14.3 s
Max Speed 132 - 184 km/h	Max Speed 130 - 185 km/h
Torque 250 - 300 Nm	Torque 260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 75 - 100 kW	Power kW 88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity 1499 cm3	Engine capacity 1499 - 2184 cm3