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Citroen Berlingo vs VW Caddy Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (20300 £ vs 25800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Citroen Berlingo

VW Caddy Compact Van

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

Berlingo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen Berlingo has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20300 £ , while the VW Caddy Compact Van costs 25800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5559 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo performs clearly better – achieving up to 343 km, about 223 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

Caddy Compact Van

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 VW Caddy Compact Van has a minimal edge – offering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy Compact Van pulls minimal stronger with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers significantly more seating capacity – 7 vs 2.

In curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is barely noticeable lighter – 1442 kg compared to 1505 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo hardly perceptible takes the win – 840 kg compared to 759 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Citroen Berlingo
VW Caddy Compact Van

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from about £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km

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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Citroen Berlingo
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
20300 - 34700 £
Price
25800 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1505 - 1922 kg
Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4403 - 4753 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1844 - 1849 mm
Height
1819 - 1823 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Citroen Berlingo have?

The Citroen Berlingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.