Citroen Berlingo vs Peugeot 2008 – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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 noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20200 £, while the Peugeot 2008 costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 4285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 manages with 5 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 2008: with 15.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 18 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.50 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 2008 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 406 km, about 63 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

Engine and Performance: 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 Peugeot 2008 has a a bit edge – offering 156 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.20 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 2008 performs slightly better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo pulls minimal stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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, the Peugeot 2008 is noticeable lighter – 1263 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers convincingly more room – 1050 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 616 L.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo convincingly takes the win – 840 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 380 kg.

Our conclusion: The Citroen Berlingo proves to be performs better in key areas and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Citroen Berlingo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.