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Citroën ë-Berlingo vs Kia PV5 Passenger
Selected trimCollection MChange trim211 mi · 52 kWh · £32,490
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-Berlingo leads on running costs and city driving, while the Kia PV5 Passenger leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-Berlingo if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Kia PV5 Passenger if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia PV5 Passenger leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
6.6
Kia
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeKia
Citroën
1.9
Kia
3.6
FamilyKia
Citroën
5.9
Kia
7.2
ChargingKia
Citroën
2.2
Kia
7
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
5.2
Kia
3.6
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
6.4
Kia
5.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,490 (better) | £33,195 |
| Official range | 211 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Boot space | 775 L | 1300 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 25 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-Berlingo
Kia PV5 Passenger
Length
Citroën ë-Berlingo4,403mm-117mm
Kia PV5 Passenger4,520mm
Width
Citroën ë-Berlingo1,848mm-64mm
Kia PV5 Passenger1,912mm
Height
Citroën ë-Berlingo1,844mm-76mm
Kia PV5 Passenger1,920mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,403 mm | 4,520 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,848 mm (better) | 1,912 mm |
| Height | 1,844 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 552 mm spare (better) | 488 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L | 1300 L (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-Berlingo Collection M |  Kia PV5 Passenger Essential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.40m | 4.52m+117mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.91m+64mm |
| Height | 1.84m | 1.92m+76mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 3.06m+275mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L | 1300L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,736kg (better) | 2,060kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 51.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 211 mi (better) | 196 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,490 (better) | £33,195 |
| Price after EV grant | £30,990 (-£1,500) (better) | £31,695 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 211 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 145 miles | 163 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 25 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.7 kWh | 51.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | Not available |
| Power | 100 kW | 120 kW (better) |
| Torque | 270 Nm (better) | 255 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-Berlingo
Collection M
Kia PV5 Passenger
Essential 51.5kWh 5-Seat
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-Berlingo Collection M
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Kia PV5 Passenger Essential 51.5kWh 5-Seat
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-Berlingo
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Kia PV5 Passenger
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the Kia PV5 Passenger?
The Citroën ë-Berlingo is £705 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-Berlingo comes out roughly £745 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-Berlingo and Kia PV5 Passenger like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 145 miles for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and 163 miles for the Kia PV5 Passenger - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia PV5 Passenger goes roughly 18 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the Kia PV5 Passenger?
The Citroën ë-Berlingo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the Kia PV5 Passenger. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 552 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and about 488 mm of total clearance for the Kia PV5 Passenger.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the Kia PV5 Passenger?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and 84% for the Kia PV5 Passenger. That gives the Citroën ë-Berlingo a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-Berlingo's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia PV5 Passenger's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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