How reliable is a Citroen Berlingo?

Citroen Berlingo review – Reliability and safety The Berlingo scored four stars out of five when safety tested by Euro NCAP in 2018. Adult and Child occupant scores of 91 and 81 percent are both very impressive, but a star was lost due to a less favourable 58% score in the ‘vulnerable road users’ category.

What goes wrong with Citroen Berlingo?

Other than fair wear and tear on the older cars, owners have reported problems with the steering and its alignment, suspension squeaks and rattles and some replacement parts, non-engine electrical problems including the infotainment (where fitted) failing, the air-con ceasing to work and headlights giving up the ghost.

Which is the best Berlingo?

The Berlingo Multispace is best suited to the diesel engines’ more relaxed nature. We’d go for the 98bhp BlueHDi 100 diesel. This gets the Berlingo from 0-62mph in 12.4 seconds, while returning 65.7mpg fuel economy.

When should the timing belt be changed on a Citroen Berlingo?

We recommend you replace your timing belt every four years, or at around the 60,000 mile mark.

Which is the best Citroen Berlingo engine?

Our favourite engine in the range is the 109bhp 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol (Puretech 110), though. Mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, it’s very flexible, pulls solidly from low revs and has enough mid-range clout to suit the more compact five-seat M model.

Are Citroen reliable?

The short answer is very simple, it was found to be quite reliable. In the most recent Telegraph reliability survey, Citroen came 13th for the second year in a row, with 115 problems per 100 vehicles.

What is the most reliable small van?

Best small vans

Vauxhall Combo.
Ford Transit Courier.
Volkswagen Caddy Cargo.
Citroen Berlingo.
Peugeot Partner.
Mercedes Citan.
Renault Kangoo Z.E.
Fiat Doblo Cargo.

What is the difference between a Peugeot Partner and a Berlingo?

The Berlingo is highly versatile, practical and intelligent; it’s perfect for those longer days and the Partner is the ideal commercial companion to assist you throughout your working day. Both vans are of high quality and combine elements of comfort, style and reliability.

What is the best small van?

Best small vans

Volkswagen Caddy Cargo.
Citroen Berlingo.
Peugeot Partner.
Mercedes Citan.
Renault Kangoo Z.E.
Fiat Doblo Cargo.
Nissan NV200.
Fiat Fiorino.

What cars are similar to Citroen Berlingo?

Citroën Berlingo MPV rivals

Ford. Tourneo Connect. 4.5 out of 5 4.
Peugeot. Rifter MPV. 4 out of 5 4.
Volkswagen. Caddy Maxi Life. 3.9 out of 5 3.

Can a timing belt last 200 000 miles?

Of course the timing belt itself has to be replaced at, whichever comes first, the time or the mileage in the owner’s manual. There’s no way that these various components are going to last through two timing belts – they’re not going to last for 200,000 miles in most cases.

What’s the difference between a 2002 Citroen Berlingo?

Vehicles fitted with central locking also have an automatic locking function when the Berlingo reaches 6mph. The 2002 model has a stronger bodyshell when compared to the original Berlingo, while the engine has also been mounted at a different angle and the battery position changed to improve safety.

When did the Citroen Berlingo First come out?

As the name suggests, the Citroen Berlingo First is based on the previous generation of the French firm’s hugely popular compact van. Rather than simply discontinue this original Berlingo when the new model arrived in 2008, Citroen cannily saw a gap for an affordable, no frill model.

Which is Citroen Berlingo van is best for me?

The 2002 model has a stronger bodyshell when compared to the original Berlingo, while the engine has also been mounted at a different angle and the battery position changed to improve safety. Which Citroën Berlingo (02-11) is best for me?

What was the problem with the Citroen Berlingo desire?

Wooly brakes are below par, some mechanical problems, early models lacked refinement, engine noise at speed. Report of 113,000 mile 2004 Citroen Berlingo Desire diesel losing power and juddering with black smoke from the exhaust. Read more 22 October 2010 Berlingo payload upgrade