The Citroën Berlingo is a versatile combi van available in both passenger and passenger-delivery configurations. Manufactured by the French PSA Group, the first generation debuted in 1996 alongside its twin model, the Peugeot Partner. Unlike many competitors, the Berlingo was designed from the ground up as a utility vehicle, rather than being adapted from a passenger car platform like the Vauxhall Combo or Ford Courier.
The first-generation Berlingo featured a spacious rear area for passengers and cargo. It was offered as a two-seater van or a five-seater passenger version. In October 2003, Citroën introduced the Berlingo X-TR, an off-road variant with 15 mm increased ground clearance, a self-locking differential, and reinforced suspension.
Engine options for the first generation ranged from 1.1 to 1.8-litre petrol engines (60 to 110 hp) and 1.6 to 2.0-litre diesel engines (75 to 90 hp). A facelift in 2002 brought updates to the bumpers, headlights, and dashboard layout. Another update followed in 2006, introducing new rear lights and an updated engine lineup.
The second generation launched in 2008 with a more van-like design and is available in four trims: X, Multispace, XTR, and Exclusive. It features 1.6-litre petrol and diesel engines in various power outputs.
The standard tyre sizes for the Citroën Berlingo, depending on the version and generation, include: 175/65 R14, 175/70 R14, and 205/65 R15.
Optional tyre sizes include 185/65 R15 and 215/55 R16.