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Citroen Berlingo vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Citroen Berlingo vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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Skoda Octavia Combi

  • considerably more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is markedly cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers considerably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 118 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers somewhat more torque with 370 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers visibly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 410 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries clearly more – 840 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 306 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is far ahead overall 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.

from £25,600
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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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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The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Citroen Berlingo
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,300 - 34,700 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,403 - 4,753 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,844 - 1,849 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
Is the Citroen Berlingo offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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