Head to head
Citroen Berlingo Van vs Vauxhall Vivaro
The Vauxhall Vivaro tows 1 tonnes more.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Towing capacity: the Vauxhall Vivaro tows 1 tonnes more.
Specifications side by side
| Citroen Berlingo Van | Vauxhall Vivaro | |
|---|---|---|
| Load volume | 2.2 m3 up to 4.4 m3 | 5.3 m3 (Medium); 6.1 m3 (Long/XL) |
| Payload | 650kg up to 1,000kg | 1173 kg (Medium, diesel 120hp); 1326 kg (Medium, diesel 150hp manual); 1121-1294 kg (Long/XL, diesel); 1210 kg (electric, Medium) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500kg | 2500 kg braked (diesel, 150hp) |
| Load length | - | 2512 mm (floor (Medium)); 2862 mm (floor (Long/XL)) |
Sources: Citroen Berlingo Van, Vauxhall Vivaro. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Berlingo Van if...
A compact panel van for trades, couriers and facilities crews that want a small footprint and room for two Europallets. It suits van hire for tools, parts and light deliveries around town.
Full Berlingo Van specifications →Buy or hire the Vivaro if...
- you want one that tows 1 tonnes more
The Vivaro is Vauxhall's medium-van answer to the Transit Custom, with Medium and Long/XL body lengths and a battery-electric option aimed at fleets moving to zero-emission urban delivery.
Full Vivaro specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Citroen Berlingo Van and the Vauxhall Vivaro?
The Vauxhall Vivaro tows 1 tonnes more. The Citroen Berlingo Van is a compact panel van, petrol, diesel or electric, in M and XL lengths; the Vauxhall Vivaro is a medium panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Trafic, offered in diesel and electric..
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