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Citroen Berlingo vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or smart #5?

Citroen Berlingo vs smart #5: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,011 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen Berlingo is barely more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 247 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

#5

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 smart #5 offers substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 510 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 410 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, Citroen Berlingo is clearly lighter – 1,476 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 724 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers visibly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 630 L. That’s a difference of about 420 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries significantly more – 840 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 338 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 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 £39,300
#5

smart #5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 465 - 590 km
Citroen Berlingo
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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smart #5

The Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.

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Citroen Berlingo
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
-
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
smart
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