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Citroën ë-Berlingo vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimCollection MChange trim211 mi · 52 kWh · £32,490
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-Berlingo leads on value for money and family practicality, while the Skoda Epiq leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-Berlingo if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Epiq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
6.6
Skoda
5.5
Motorway RangeSkoda
Citroën
1.9
Skoda
4
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
5.9
Skoda
4.5
ChargingSkoda
Citroën
2.2
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per MileSkoda
Citroën
5.2
Skoda
9.2
City DrivingSkoda
Citroën
6.4
Skoda
7.8
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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,490 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 211 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 775 L (better) | 475 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-Berlingo
Skoda Epiq
Length
Citroën ë-Berlingo4,403mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-203mm
Width
Citroën ë-Berlingo1,848mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-50mm
Height
Citroën ë-Berlingo1,844mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-263mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,403 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,848 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,844 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 552 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L (better) | 475 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1345 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-Berlingo
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-Berlingo Collection M |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.40m | 4.20m-203mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.80m-50mm |
| Height | 1.84m | 1.58m-263mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.60m-184mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 125mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L (better) | 475L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1345L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.68m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,736kg | 1,542kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 211 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,490 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,990 (-£1,500) | £23,450 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | SUV |
| 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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 211 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 145 miles | 158 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.7 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 270 Nm (better) | 267 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-Berlingo
Collection M
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Skoda Epiq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-Berlingo worth the extra £7,540 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Citroën ë-Berlingo costs £7,540 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 300 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £7,540 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Epiq is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Citroën ë-Berlingo, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £7,700 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 Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 145 miles for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 50 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-Berlingo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 552 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-Berlingo.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
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