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Citroen Berlingo vs Renault Express – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen Berlingo or Renault Express fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Express has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Citroen Berlingo costs 20200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Express manages with 4.60 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

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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 noticeable edge – offering 136 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen Berlingo is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 11.20 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen Berlingo performs minimal better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen Berlingo pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Express is a bit lighter – 1296 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo slightly takes the win – 840 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen Berlingo shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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Citroen Berlingo

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 5.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 334 - 343 km
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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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Renault Express

The Renault Express brings a fresh design to the van segment, combining practicality with modern styling cues. Its spacious interior and clever storage solutions make it an ideal choice for both business and leisure purposes. With a focus on comfort and functionality, this vehicle stands out as a versatile option for those in need of reliable transportation.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20200 - 34700 £
Price
17100 - 19500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1530 - 1881 kg
Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4403 - 4753 mm
Length
4393 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1844 - 1849 mm
Height
1811 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3300 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen Berlingo have?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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