Citroën ë-Berlingo vs Renault Kangoo E-Tech

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Citroën ë-Berlingo has a peak DC charging speed of 100 kW, which is roughly 25% faster than the Renault Kangoo E-Tech at 80 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 Renault Kangoo E-Tech finishes in about 30 minutes, roughly matching the Citroën ë-Berlingo. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Renault Kangoo E-Tech offers 230 km of real-world range, which is 15 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 Renault Kangoo E-Tech consumes 196 Wh/km, compared to 233 Wh/km for the Citroën ë-Berlingo. That means the Renault Kangoo E-Tech 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 Renault Kangoo E-Tech has a 45 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. Neither car supports automatic preconditioning, so expect slower DC charging speeds in winter for both.

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 Citroën ë-Berlingo has the edge with 100 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 Renault Kangoo E-Tech is the more efficient choice at 196 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech gives you 230 km of real-world range, which is 15 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.