New Citroen Berlingo changed the platform and appearance

15 February 2018

And became more and more modern

The current generation Citroen Berlingo produced since 2008, and now he found a replacement. The novelty promises to be roomier, more maneuverable and safer.

New Citroen Berlingo passed to the platform EMP2, which has for years been widely used by the PSA Group. However, the rear "truck" there were old: it allows to reduce the size of the wheel arches, which positively affects the internal volume of the body.

Body length was increased from 4 to 380 4 400 mm (+20 mm). Even more, 52 mm, increased wheelbase (up to 2 780 mm). Also simultaneously with the basic version was announced Berlingo XL that lasted for 4 750 m. the major modification will be available with five - and seven-seat interior.

Citroen Berlingo front now resembles a compact crossover Citroen C4 Cactus, although the side and rear, the changes are not so noticeable. But thoroughly upgraded interior. He also echoed by the automobile models of the French company. Subject to the availability of large touch screen display and accurate performance it is difficult to see that this salon utility vehicle.

European buyers can choose between gasoline turbo engine capacity of 1.2 liter and 1.3-liter diesel. The power of the first varies from 110 to 130 horsepower, and the second unit will be available in three guises: with 75, 100 or 130 HP. Depending on the engine "heel" will come with a six-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission with eight speeds.

Among the options mentioned, dual-zone climate control, head-up display, remote Keyless entry, rear view camera and electronic Parking brake. Not without modern security systems. In the top performance of the Berlingo can not only automatically keep a safe distance from a moving car, but also to comply with the requirements of the markup.

Presentation of the Citroen Berlingo will take place at the Geneva motor show, which opens in early March. The first deliveries are scheduled for the second half of the year. Later will be presented to the Peugeot Partner and Opel/Vauxhall Combo, built on the same platform.