Citroën Berlingo III (K9) (2018–2025) (2018 – 2025)

Reliability score : 6.0/10

The third-generation Citroën Berlingo, known by the internal code K9, was launched in 2018. It shares its EMP2 platform with its technical cousins, the Peugeot Rifter and Opel Combo Life, as well as many other models from the Stellantis group (formerly PSA). Positioned in the leisure activity vehicle segment, it stands out for its generous spaciousness, exemplary modularity, and typically Citroën suspension comfort. Available in commercial (Berlingo Van) and family (Berlingo) versions, it offers impressive cargo volume and great everyday practicality. Aesthetically, the K9 adopts the brand's modern stylistic codes, with a distinctive front end and side Airbumps. It benefited from an update in 2022, mainly for the electric versions, and a more global facelift in 2024, notably marking the ab

✅ Strengths

Exceptional spaciousness and modularity
Typically Citroën suspension comfort
Generous cargo volume
Good visibility and high driving position
Electric version suitable for urban and suburban use

Common issues

Dégradation prématurée de la courroie de distribution (moteur 1.2 PureTech) High

🔧 60 000 – 120 000 km ou 5-6 ans

💶 800 – 1 500 €

Vérifier l'état de la courroie et le filtre de la pompe à huile régulièrement.

Consommation d'huile excessive (moteur 1.2 PureTech) Medium

🔧 Dès 50 000 km

💶 1 500 – 3 000 € (si réfection moteur partielle)

Surveiller le niveau d'huile très régulièrement et faire des vidanges fréquentes.

Encrassement des soupapes et injecteurs (moteur 1.2 PureTech) Medium

🔧 80 000 – 150 000 km

💶 300 – 800 € (décalaminage)

Utiliser du carburant de qualité et envisager un décalaminage préventif.

Estimated maintenance costs

Oil change	£70 – 130
Timing belt	£650 – 1 300
Clutch	£750 – 1 400
Complete brakes	£220 – 480
Estimated annual budget	£550 – 1 100

Indicative estimates (independent garage, UK market). Prices vary by region and year.