Citroën ë-Berlingo vs Mercedes eSprinter

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Mercedes eSprinter has a peak DC charging speed of 115 kW, which is roughly 15% faster than the Citroën ë-Berlingo at 100 kW. In practice, peak speed only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

Both cars use 400V architecture, so their charging curves should follow similar patterns. The difference in peak speed comes down to battery chemistry, thermal management, and the onboard charger design.

For the 10-80% charge (the most common DC fast charging scenario), the Citroën ë-Berlingo finishes in about 30 minutes, which is 12 minutes quicker than the Mercedes eSprinter at 42 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Mercedes eSprinter offers 330 km of real-world range, which is 115 km more than the Citroën ë-Berlingo at 215 km. These are real-world estimates, not WLTP numbers. Expect your actual range to vary with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Citroën ë-Berlingo consumes 233 Wh/km, compared to 342 Wh/km for the Mercedes eSprinter. That means the Citroën ë-Berlingo uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Mercedes eSprinter has a 113 kWh useable battery , while the Citroën ë-Berlingo has 50 kWh.

Cold Weather Charging

Neither car includes a heat pump as standard, which means both will see more range loss in cold conditions compared to models that do.

Battery preconditioning is equally important for winter DC fast charging. When the battery is cold, charging speeds drop significantly. The Mercedes eSprinter supports preconditioning, while the Citroën ë-Berlingo does not. This can mean noticeably slower winter charging for the Citroën ë-Berlingo.

In cold conditions, expect 20-35% range loss compared to ideal weather. Cars with both a heat pump and preconditioning typically handle winter better overall.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging speed is your priority, the Mercedes eSprinter has the edge with 115 kW peak DC and a 30-minute 10-80% time. For long road trips with multiple charging stops, that faster turnaround makes a real difference.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Citroën ë-Berlingo is the more efficient choice at 233 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mercedes eSprinter gives you 330 km of real-world range, which is 115 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.