Citroën Berlingo I
The Citroën Berlingo I (1996–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: M49, M59 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,110–4,140 mm RDW | 4,135 mm |
| Width | 1,720 mm RDW | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,810–1,820 mm RDW | 1,725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm RDW | 2,695 mm |
| Front track | 1,420–1,436 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,440–1,460 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,100–1,229 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,200–1,329 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,780–1,840 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 900–1,100 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–620 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 3–4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 150–170 km/h RDW | 132–172 km/h |
| Torque | 111–215 Nm ASTRA | 88–215 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 175/70R14, 175/65R14, 185/65R15, 195/70R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 60.9% (60.6–61.2) | 69.2% | 115,870 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 44.2% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 41.6% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 39.1% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 35.3% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 27.9% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 27.8% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 10 versions of the Citroën Berlingo I
United Kingdom 10 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20081.4i | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 175 g/km |
| 2006–20081.6HDi 75hp | 1.6 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 2006–20081.6HDi 92hp | 1.6 L | 69 kW (93 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 2006–20081.6i 16v | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 2000–2004Berlingo Multispace 1.4i | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.1–7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 168–178 g/km |
| 2001–2004Berlingo Multispace 1.6i 16v | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 175 g/km |
| 2000–2004Berlingo Multispace 1.9D | 1.9 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.6–6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 178–181 g/km |
| 2001–2004Berlingo Multispace 2.0 HDi | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.7–5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 152–155 g/km |
| 2000–2001Berlingo Multispace 1.8i | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.9 L/100 km NEDC | 210 g/km |
| 2001Berlingo Multispace 1.9D | 1.9 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 181 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.