The New Citroën Berlingo Van Wins “International Van of the Year 2019”

New Citroën Berlingo Van has been awarded the coveted title of “International Van of the Year 2019”. The third generation Berlingo Van was recognised for its remarkable developments in terms of comfort and technology, with no compromise on functionality. The judging panel praised the new Berlingo Van for its two sizes (M and XL), as well as its comfort and safety features – with no less than twenty driving aids and four connectivity technologies. True to the brand’s signature, “Inspired By Pro”, the new Citroën Berlingo Van adapts to the needs of all professions and trades. Like you, the new Citroën Berlingo Van does it all.

Linda Jackson, Citroën Global CEO, commented; “The Citroën brand is proud to see New Berlingo Van receive the prestigious title of “International Van of the Year 2019” once again. This award bears witness to the leap taken by this third generation of Berlingo Van in terms of features, and underlines the relevance of Citroën’s offer in the delivery van sector. This success highlights the brand’s historic commitment to the Light Commercial Vehicle sector, and continues a long success story, from the 2CV delivery van and Type H, to the Dispatch and New Berlingo Van today. A modern commercial vehicle perfect for every business, New Berlingo Van is true to the brand’s signature “Inspired By Pro”.

NEW CITROËN BERLINGO VAN: “INTERNATIONAL VAN OF THE YEAR 2019”

At the opening of the 67th IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hannover, New Citroën Berlingo Van was awarded the prestigious title of “International Van Of The Year 2019”. The third generation best-seller was crowned by a panel of 25 journalists and independent magazine editors who specialise in Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs). While improving its space and practicality, New Berlingo Van was also recognised for its style, increased comfort, technologies and features worthy of today’s passenger cars.

This is the fifth time in the history of this sought-after prize that Citroën has won “International Van of the Year”, and it is the second time for Berlingo Van. Its previous victory dates back to 1997, when the first generation model was introduced. Other LCVs in the Citroën range to have been awarded the accolade are Citroën Relay (in 1994), Citroën Dispatch (in 2008) and Citroën Nemo (in 2009).

NEW CITROËN BERLINGO VAN: A REAL GENERATIONAL LEAP

• ​ A robust and reinforced character, with greater visibility and a higher and shorter front end
  
• ​Re-designed front profile, in keeping with the identity of the Citroën brand and its bigger brother Dispatch, as well as a functional rear designed for a wide range of professional customers
  
• A modern interior with an airy cabin, integrating numerous technologies and storage areas (including the ‘Top Box’ glove box)
• Six body colours: Polar White, Passion Red, Black, Cumulus Grey, Platinum Grey and Deep Blue

“Inspired By Pro”, the new Citroën Berlingo Van capitalises on its strengths to provide an adapted solution for each profession with customisable on-board comfort:

• It is available in two sizes: M and XL which are 4.40m and 4.75m long, based on two wheelbase lengths
• It meets customer expectations by offering two dedicated versions: WORKER and DRIVER
• Its versatility and modularity are reflected by:
  • the Extenso® Cab for three people
  • the modular Crew Van, which can carry up to five passengers and long loads
  • other optional features (roof flap, ply-lining, doors with windows etc.)
• It provides excellent rear accessibility, sliding side doors and payloads of up to 1,000kg in Size M (950kg in Size XL)
• The wheel arch width is compatible with Euro-pallets, and can hold up to two Euro-pallets in terms of load length

Moving with the times, New Berlingo Van provides genuine driving comfort and utmost safety, thanks to:

• Its suspension settings, which benefit from Citroën's expertise to ensure maximum comfort
• Its new EMP2 platform at the front, for enhanced handling and greater connectivity
• Unrivalled levels of technology in the sector with the integration of 20 driver assistance systems and Four connectivity technologies
• The engines are both powerful and efficient: BlueHDi 130 S&S manual or EAT8 auto, BlueHDi 75 manual, BlueHDi 100 S&S manual)