[Auto] Citroën ë-Berlingo, all the details of the mythical electrified MVP

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It was to be expected that after the launches of their brothers Peugeot and Opel, in the mark of the two chevrons they would not take too long to present the Citroën ë-Berlingo. It is the fully electric version of the ever-successful Citroën Berlingo, sharing technique and technology with the e-Partner (and e-Rifter) and Opel Combo-e.

We recall that this entire MVP range of the PSA branch of the new Stellantis group is produced in Spain, specifically in the Vigo factory. They are cars that can be used both for work and for family use given their great interior space, good behavior and correct technological offer. What does the new Citroën ë-Berlingo offer us?

 

Citroën ë-Berlingo, without losing interior capabilities
The first thing to note, beyond the design, is that the ë-Berlingo is available with two bodies of different lengths. The short M version is 4.4 meters long, while the long XL extends this height to 4.75 meters. The total height of the body does not exceed 1.90 meters, so there should be no problems in parking lots.

A very positive point is that all the load capacity and habitability of the thermal versions are maintained. And is that the batteries do not steal interior space since they are located in the bottom, which also contributes to reducing the center of gravity. The M body has 775 liters of luggage space, while the XL size amounts to 1,050 in a 5-seater configuration. To this must be added 167 liters in other compartments.

Three driving modes with different power deliveries
Focusing already on the propulsion part, the Citroën ë-Berlingo has an electric motor of 100 kW (136 HP) and 260 Nm in the front end. It allows you to reach a maximum speed of 135 km / h (limited) in any of the driving modes, which are as follows:

• Normal: 109 hp and 210 Nm of torque, offering a good compromise between autonomy and performance.
• Eco: 82 CV and 180 Nm, optimizing consumption and reducing the performance of air conditioning and heating (without actually deactivating them) to increase the range.
• Power: 136 hp and 260 Nm, for a more dynamic driving and greater performance in case of being heavily loaded.

And three charging options

The battery is lithium-ion with a capacity of 50 kWh, allowing it to run according to the data of about 280 kilometers on a single charge. By the way, there are three recharging possibilities:

• Home charging requires a mode 2 cable for use at home, at work or in a parking lot. This charging mode is compatible with a standard 8A socket or with a reinforced 16A socket (box + Green'Up socket), which allows the recharge time to be cut in half to obtain a 100% charged battery in less than 15 hours.
• Private or public fast charging that requires the installation of a fast charging system at a wall charging point from 3.7 to 22 kW, and a mode 3 cable (optional). The charging time from 0 to 100% is, in this case, 7.5 hours (7.4 kW single-phase charge point) or 5h (11 kW three-phase charge point).
• Super fast charging in public up to 100 kW with a mode 4 cable integrated into the charger. It allows to charge 80% of the 50 kWh battery in 30 minutes. The ë-Berlingo is at the best level in its segment in super fast charge time.

Fame and guarantee
Following its arrival on the market in 1996, the Citroën Berlingo has built up a good customer base. Now, it is possible that with the new Citroën ë-Berlingo they will be able to catch more citizens and / or, that some of the traditional customers will switch to this new electric van.

The final prices with which it will arrive in Spain are still unknown. The French brand has confirmed that the battery is guaranteed for 8 years or 160,000 km (for 70% of its capacity at the end of the period). After the first check, after the first year or after 20,000 km, a battery capacity certificate is issued and then another after each maintenance, every 2 years or 40,000 km.