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Genesis G70 vs Citroen Berlingo comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 20,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Citroen Berlingo?

Genesis G70 vs Citroen Berlingo: Key differences

Genesis G70

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen Berlingo

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G70

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,223 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen Berlingo uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Berlingo

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 Genesis G70 offers considerably more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G70 delivers clearly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

G70

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is a bit lighter – 1,476 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 720 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries substantially more – 840 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 388 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo stands well ahead of its rival 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, Manuel
  • 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
Genesis G70
Citroen Berlingo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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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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Genesis G70
Citroen Berlingo

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
170 - 206 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Trunk capacity
330 L
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
413 - 452 kg
Payload
509 - 840 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Citroen
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