One of the most popular commercial and family models, the Citroen Berlingo, modernizes more safety equipment and new engines more economical.

Presented at last year’s Geneva Motor Show, the latest generation of Citroen Berlingo is now on sale, from 13,600 euros Multispace–variant. It is an aesthetically identical to the previous model, with the only exception of changes to the front grille and the bumper, which now it includes LED daytime running lights and acquires the same color as the body in certain versions.

As well They have respected the dimensions of the previous model, the two body lengths 4380 and 4628 mm with remains, the latter only available in models van, while the glass variants, designated as Multispace can accommodate within five to seven passengers. In these versions a new format in the rear seats, where now independent seats, which can be folded or removed from vehicle mounted individually incorporated. With this five-seat configuration, the Berlingo offers trunk with 675 liters capacity, which can increase up to 3000 fold if we choose the second row of seats.

Between interior equipment It can also include system is Modutop storage, incorporating a series of glove boxes in the back of the roof to put a considerable amount of ammunition. A space that is directly accessible from the inside or through the rear window, now opens independently of the rest of the door.

more equipment

The new provision of berlingo contemplates systems such as rear parking aid, regulator and speed limiter, automatic lights, hill start assistance and antiskid, Grip Control, which optimizes traction in difficult grip conditions by administering traction depending on the terrain that is circulating. All these devices, the range Citroen Berlingo 2015 also adds Active City Brake, what is a automatic brake system to avoid possible collisions at low speed. This device works with a laser sensor on the top of the windshield, which detects potential obstacle such as a vehicle that is ahead circulating in the opposite direction or is stopped. After making a quick analysis of the situation, Active Brake hydraulics prepares approaching the brake pads to slow intervention, can completely stop the vehicle before impact without driver intervention.

In the new Citroën Berlingo 2015 board found a touch screen 7 inches that besides the mapping system browser, it allows us to manage the multimedia system. Bluetooth connection allows us to connect from the mobile phone, computer or tablet to the camera and other devices.

efficient engines

The new Berlingo features now one range of mechanical Diesel result of optimizing its previous 1.6-liter block, which has been approved under the Euro 6 standards by incorporating an SCR system with AdBlue injection and distinguish commercially under the name BlueHDI. This mechanical template has been segmented into three levels of power with 75, 100 and 120 hp, the latter two may also have stop system Start & Stop, to reduce consumption and more emissions levels.

With regard to gearboxes, 120 HP version opens first in the Berlingo a manual six-speed equipment, while in the variant 100 CV may be incorporated as an optional one type Piloted also half a dozen gears.

Citroen also plans to keep selling until June 2016 Euro 5 versions of these engines as well as gasoline VTI 95 hp.

It will continue to market the variant Electric Berlingo which it has an output of 67 hp and a range of 170 km at a maximum speed of 110 km / h as well as 4×4 version by specialized trainer Dangel, which gives its name to the version for which you have chosen mechanics Blue HDI 100 hp.

On our tour we had the opportunity to Multispace test the 120 hp engine version and the new six developments. A well dimensioned to this engine, since above 1400 revolutions powertrain shown diligent acceleration and stretched to exceed the 3,000 rpm, with energy. However a regime that is not necessary to reach it, from just over 2,000 spins, this engine takes 1.6 liters effort and recovery pace in a higher gear without the slightest bad gesture.

Prices

The new Citroen Berlingo 2015 range starts at a price of 13,600 € for the Multispace version Live finished petrol engine 100 hp, up to 21,800 € of XTR Plus version with the new mechanics BlueHDI 120 hp with Start and Stop and box six gears.

Regarding the professional models, you can purchase a van with HDi 75 hp by 14,850 or variant Boxcar long finish with mechanical Club 90 hp for a price of 18,640 €.

All these prices must be added the corresponding tax.