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Citroen Berlingo vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or Skoda Scala?

Citroen Berlingo vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • very slightly cheaper
  • substantially more trunk space
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Skoda Scala

4.7 (10 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Skoda Scala costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,097 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Scala uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Scala

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Scala offers barely more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Scala is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 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 Scala is noticeably lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,476 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 583 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries considerably more – 840 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 409 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo 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.

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Berlingo

Citroen Berlingo

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • 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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Reviews Citroen Berlingo

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Skoda Scala

The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Reviews Skoda Scala

4.7 (10 Reviews)
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Herr der Ringe
22 Jun 2026, 13:30:53

Sporty with plenty of space, slightly larger than the Golf 7

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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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Skoda Scala

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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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