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CITROËN HAS OPENED ORDERS FOR NEW VAN RANGE

  • Orders open for New Relay, New Dispatch, and New Berlingo Van.
  • Citroën provides essentially the most complete totally electrical van vary within the UK together with it’s Ami Cargo answer, Relay, Dispatch and Berlingo Van.
  • Berlingo Van was UK’s best-selling small van in 2023.
  • New vary provides drivers simplicity, consolation, whereas making the transition to electrical extra accessible.
  • Range is now open to order, with first buyer deliveries anticipated within the Spring.

Citroën has introduced that its new van vary, together with Berlingo Van, Dispatch and Relay at the moment are open for orders, with buyer deliveries commencing within the Spring. The new vary comes on the again of an especially profitable 2023 for the model within the UK, with Berlingo Van being the best-selling small van within the nation, and Citroën UK putting second solely to France in quantity LCV gross sales for the model. This success has continued into 2024 with Berlingo Van being the best-selling small van for each January and February.

From My Ami Cargo to ë-Relay, Citroën is showcasing the widest trendy vary in the marketplace, tailored to fulfill the wants of each skilled, and completely dedicated to the vitality transition that includes 100% electrical variations proper throughout the vary.

New Citroën ë-Berlingo Van is manufactured at Ellesmere Port, the UK’s first EV-only quantity manufacturing plant. From 2025, restricted manufacturing of New ë-Dispatch will probably be manufactured at Luton, alongside continued manufacturing of the combustion van. Citroën, alongside its sister Stellantis manufacturers, is the one model to fabricate quantity gentle business automobiles within the UK.

New Berlingo Van, Dispatch and Relay are the primary fashions to show the model’s new identification and emblem. Featuring a brand new entrance grille and dashboard, the vans have retained all their unique qualities, but additionally characteristic a number of optimisations for on a regular basis peace of thoughts by way of consolation, connectivity, driving aids and powertrains.

New Berlingo Van is offered from £19,255 (excl. VAT), with ë-Berlingo Van beginning at £25,455 (excl. VAT after PiVG). Dispatch and ë-Dispatch can be found from £26,710 (excl. VAT) and £36,210 (excl. VAT after PiVG) respectively whereas Relay begins from £30,315 (excl. VAT) with the electrified ë-Relay beginning at £44,485 (excl. VAT after PiVG).

New Berlingo Van provides Advanced Comfort® seats for the very first time on Crew Van variants. New Berlingo Van additionally incorporates a new digital instrument cluster and infotainment system, 20% extra vary (as much as 205 miles, WLTP Mixed cycle), and extra onboard security techniques.

New Dispatch now options an upgraded steering wheel with built-in controls, a revised dashboard with new storage compartments, a brand new 100% digital instrument cluster and an infotainment system with 3D related navigation and new driving aids. New ë-Dispatch advantages from an electrical powertrain with a spread of as much as 217 miles (WLTP Mixed cycle).

New Relay can be shifting up a gear. It comes with a model new vary of diesel engines, obtainable for the primary time with an computerized gearbox, or with a 100% electrical powertrain. Available with a totally digital instrument cluster, an infotainment system accessed through an HD central touchscreen with related navigation, and extra onboard security techniques and driving aids.

 

Berlingo Van and ë-Berlingo Van

New Berlingo Van represents a major step ahead, adopting the brand new model emblem alongside improved effectivity for electrical variants and optimised driving consolation, whereas nonetheless retaining the modularity and cargo quantity that made its predecessor so successful. It is offered with two or three seats and in two lengths (M – 4.40m, and XL – 4.75m) for all variations. It has a complete capability of as much as 4.40m3 and a payload of 1 tonne (780kg for the electrical model). New Berlingo Van additionally is available in an prolonged cab model. Berlingo is offered in two trim specs, Enterprise and the range-topping Driver trim.

All Berlingo Vans profit from the Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme together with specifically engineered lateral helps which are enveloped in high-density reminiscence foam. Berlingo Vans are additionally obtainable with the most recent leisure and security applied sciences together with adaptive cruise management with cease and go along with lane help, driver tiredness warning, highway signal studying, computerized emergency braking with pedestrian and bicycle owner detection, and adjustable pace limiter.

To meet the wants of all professionals, Citroën provides a wide array of environment friendly powertrains for the brand new Berlingo Van. Internal combustion engines embody the PureTech 110 petrol and the BlueHDi 100 diesel with a six-speed handbook gearbox, and the BlueHDi 130 diesel paired completely with the EAT8 eight-speed computerized transmission. New ë-Berlingo Van retains its 100% electrical powertrain, which delivers 136PS (100kW) and a most torque of 260Nm, mixed with a brand new 52kWh* battery.

Thanks to the work carried out on enhancing effectivity, ë-Berlingo Van’s zero-emission vary is now a benchmark within the phase. It can now cowl as much as 205 miles (WLTP Mixed cycle), a 20% enchancment over the earlier mannequin.  This distance will be optimised because of the brand new regenerative braking system, which will be activated based mostly on three completely different regeneration ranges utilizing steering wheel-mounted paddles.

Enterprise variations characteristic four-way passenger seats, My Citroën Play smartphone station with DAB, cruise management with pace limiter, rear parking distance sensors, excessive beam help. In addition to the specification on Enterprise variations, Driver variations characteristic Citroën Drive Plus that includes a ten” HD Central Screen, Mirror Screen, steering wheel controls and Navigation, and Dynamic Surround View making certain drivers can see their blind spots.

New Berlingo Van is offered from £19,255 (excl. VAT), with ë-Berlingo Van beginning at £25,455 (excl. VAT after PiVG).

 

Dispatch and ë-Dispatch

New Dispatch incorporates a new front-end design with an optimised bumper for enhanced aerodynamics, new LED headlamps, and a totally new radiator grille that includes the model’s new signature. On the edges of the automobile, new wheel colors full the brand new look, as does a brand new Titanium Grey physique color.

The new dashboard options a sublime new design, but it surely’s additionally extra sensible. The measurement of present storage compartments has been elevated and new ones have been added, that means that Dispatch can act as an extension of the workplace. The steering wheel is new, with built-in controls for key options, akin to driving aids, phone, and multimedia. Electric Power Steering is now featured as customary making Dispatch much more manoeuvrable. Available with the choice of diesel or 100% electrical powertrains, Citroën Dispatch will be geared up to fulfill the wants and constraints of all professionals.

New Citroën Dispatch is offered in two lengths, M (4.98m) and L (5.33 m), and in a number of physique types together with as a panel van, and a 5 or six-seater prolonged cab. It has a helpful quantity of as much as 6.6m3 and a payload of 1,446kg for Dispatch and 1,000kg for ë-Dispatch.

The BlueHDi diesel engines are highly effective and fuel-efficient, with the BluHDi 145 obtainable with a alternative of a six-speed handbook or EAT8 eight-speed computerized transmission and the BlueHDi 120 is offered completely with a six-speed handbook. ë-Dispatch makes use of the 136PS (100kW) electrical motor and, with its 75kWh* battery, it now has a spread of as much as 217 miles (WLTP Mixed cycle). This is 12 miles greater than the earlier mannequin and provides higher versatility. New ë-Dispatch has a 7.4kW on-board charger and will be fitted with an non-compulsory 11kW three-phase charger for straightforward recharging.

Using a 7.4kW AC charger, the 75kWh* battery will be totally charged in 11 hours and 20 minutes. Using an 11kW AC charger, the battery will be totally charged in 7 hours and half-hour. Using a 100kW DC fast charger, it solely takes 45 minutes to cost the battery from 0 to 80%.

Dispatch and ë-Dispatch can be found in two trim ranges, Enterprise and Driver. Enterprise variations characteristic a brand new premium Mistral Black dashboard and full 10-inch LED instrument cluster, ergonomic six-way driver’s seat with Lumbar and Armrest. The up to date My Citroën Play Plus infotainment system features a 10-inch HD central touchscreen, Mirror Screen expertise with AppleAutomobilePlay® and Android Auto, steering wheel controls, and a spread of recent security expertise and driver help techniques together with Intelligent Speed Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Driver Attention Alert.

Driver variants add Dynamic Surround View, Reversing Camera with Top Rear Vision, blind spot assistant and Front Park Assist along with design cues together with physique color exterior and 17-inch wheel trims and entrance fog lights. Available as an choice on Enterprise, Driver variations profit from My Citroën Drive Plus with the identical 10-inch HD central touchscreen however incorporates related 3D navigation that guides professionals on all their journeys and takes account of site visitors situations in real-time.

New Dispatch is offered from £26,710 (excl. VAT), with ë-Dispatch beginning at £36,210 (excl. VAT after PiVG).

 

Relay and ë-Relay

New Relay takes driving aids, connectivity and luxury to a brand new stage with options which are distinctive in its phase. Its vary of diesel and electrical engines have been extensively overhauled, providing professionals even higher effectivity and decrease working prices.

The entrance finish of the brand new Relay has been redesigned to additional reinforce the mannequin’s sturdy character whereas enhancing its aerodynamic traits. The bumper, radiator grille (now the identical color because the bodywork) and rear-view mirrors have been redesigned with this in thoughts. The black decrease part has been strengthened to additional improve the automobile’s impression safety. More elegant, the brand new LED headlamps are additionally 30% extra environment friendly than their halogen predecessors. The taillights have additionally been given a brand new design.

New Relay is Citroën’s most sturdy van, with a payload of as much as 2 tonnes (1,385kg for ë-Relay). It incorporates a vary of revolutionary gear, normally related to a passenger automobile, making certain optimum working situations day-after-day. Relay is offered in a variety of configurations to fulfill all of the wants of execs. With two wheelbases obtainable (3.45m and 4.04m), the panel vans are available three lengths (L2, L3 and L4) with a complete of 5 completely different physique types that includes volumes of 10 to 17 m3. To function a foundation for particular conversions, the brand new Relay can be obtainable in L2 or L3 single cab chassis and double cab chassis.

In the passenger compartment, New Relay’s dashboard has been redesigned to supply improved ergonomics and a extra elegant type, with a brand new digital instrument cluster and huge central display. The steering wheel, gearbox controls and door trim have additionally been upgraded.

More suited than ever to all sorts of use, the brand new Relay comes with engines that mix efficiency and effectivity. The new 2.2 diesel engine is offered in two energy outputs, 140PS and 180PS, mixed with a brand new six-speed handbook gearbox. For the primary time, an eight-speed computerized transmission is offered as an choice with the BlueHDi 140 and 180.

To meet the wants of execs who’re eager to undertake sustainable mobility whereas lowering their day-to-day prices, ë-Relay now has an all-new 100% electrical powertrain. ë-Relay’s earlier 122PS (90kW) engine has been changed by a brand new electrical unit that develops 270PS (200kW), with torque considerably elevated from 260 to 410Nm. In addition, the 37kWh* and 70kWh* batteries have been changed by a single 110kWh* mannequin, giving a WLTP vary of as much as 261 miles.

The efficiency and vary of New ë-Relay will be optimised relying on situations thanks to 3 driving modes, and options paddles positioned simply behind the steering wheel that activate 4 ranges of regenerative deceleration, thus enhancing driving consolation and vary. ë-Relay is fitted as customary with an 11kW onboard charger. A full cost from an 11kW AC charger will take 12 hours. While utilizing a 150kW DC fast charging level, 55 minutes is sufficient to cost the battery to 80%.

New ë-Relay now options My Citroën Play Plus that includes a 10-inch color touchscreen with Citroën Connect DAB radio, Apple AutomobilePlay® and AndroidAuto® with TomTom 3D related navigation. The inside is enhanced with a wi-fi telephone charger, computerized local weather management, and upgraded cloth upholstery.

Relay is offered from £30,315 (excl. VAT), with ë-Relay beginning at £44,485 (excl. VAT after PiVG).

 

Citroën LCV vary pricing

Berlingo Van & ë-Berlingo Van pricing

VERSION

POWERTRAIN

LENGTH

PRICE EX. VAT

BASIC PRICE AFTER PIVG

Panel Van Enterprise

PureTech 100 S&S 6-speed handbook

M

£19,255

 

BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed handbook

M

£20,255

BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed handbook

XL

£21,205

BlueHdi 130 S&S EAT8 Auto

M

£22,655

BlueHdi 130 S&S EAT8 Auto

XL

£23,605

100kW EV 50kWh battery

M

£27,955

£25,455

100kW EV 50kWh battery

XL

£28,905

£26,405

Panel Van Driver

BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed handbook

M

£22,355

BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed handbook

XL

£23,305

BlueHdi 130 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

M

£24,755

BlueHdi 130 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

XL

£25,705

100kW EV 50kWh battery

M

£30,055

£27,555

100kW EV 50kWh battery

XL

£31,005

£28,505

Crew Van Enterprise

BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed handbook

XL

£22,805

100kW EV 50kWh battery

XL

£30,505

£28,005

 

 

Dispatch & ë-Dispatch pricing

VERSION

POWERTRAIN

LENGTH

PRICE EX. VAT

BASIC PRICE AFTER PIVG

Panel Van Enterprise

BlueHDi 120 S&S 6-speed handbook

M

£26,710

BlueHDi 120 S&S 6-speed handbook

XL

£27,610

BlueHDi 145 6-speed handbook

M

£28,010

BlueHDi 145 6-speed handbook

XL

£28,910

BlueHDi 145 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

M

£29,510

BlueHDi 145 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

XL

£30,410

100kW EV 75kWh battery

M

£41,210

£36,210

100kW EV 75kWh battery

XL

£42,010

£37,010

Panel Van Driver

BlueHDi 120 S&S 6-speed handbook

M

£29,385

BlueHDi 120 S&S 6-speed handbook

XL

£30,285

BlueHDi 145 6-speed handbook

M

£30,685

BlueHDi 145 6-speed handbook

XL

£31,585

100kW EV 75kWh battery

M

£43,885

£38,885

100kW EV 75kWh battery

XL

£44,685

£39,685

Crew Van Enterprise

BlueHDi 145 6-speed handbook

M

£30,710

BlueHDi 145 6-speed handbook

XL

£30,910

100kW EV 75kWh battery

M

£43,910

£38,910

100kW EV 75kWh battery

XL

£44,110

£39,110

Crew Van Driver

100kW EV 75kWh battery

M

£46,585

£41,585

100kW EV 75kWh battery

XL

£46,785

£41,785

 

 

Relay & ë-Relay pricing

VERSION

POWERTRAIN

LENGTH & HEIGHT

PRICE EX. VAT

BASIC PRICE AFTER PIVG

Panel Van Enterprise

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook

L2H1

£30,315

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook

L2H2

£31,125

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

L2H2

£33,225

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook

L3H2

£31,935

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

L3H2

£34,035

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook

L3H3

£32,745

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook heavy

L3H2

£32,385

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook heavy

L4H2

£33,195

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook heavy

L4H3

£34,005

35 200kW EV 110kWh battery

L3H2

£49,485

£44,485

40 BlueHDi 180 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto heavy

L4H2

£37,505

40 200kW EV 110kWh battery

L3H2

£50,295

£45,295

40 200kW EV 110kWh battery

L3H3

£51,105

£46,105

40 200kW EV 110kWh battery

L4H2

£51,105

£46,105

40 200kW EV 110kWh battery

L4H3

£51,915

£46,915

Window Van Enterprise

35 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook

L3H2

£32,385

40 BlueHDi 140 S&S 6-speed handbook heavy

L4H2

£34,455

40 200kW EV 110kWh battery

L4H2

£51,555

£46,555

 

 

CITROËN REVEALS NEW BERLINGO VAN, DISPATCH AND RELAY

Citroën has unveiled its new lineup of vans, including the Berlingo Van, Dispatch, and Relay. These models feature a new front grille and dashboard, while maintaining their original qualities. The vans have been upgraded to provide enhanced comfort, connectivity, driving aids, and powertrain options.

The new Citroën Berlingo Van now offers Advanced Comfort® seats, a new digital instrument cluster, and infotainment systems accessed via a central 10-inch screen. It also features improved parking aids, Highway Driver Assist, and upgraded Surround Rear Vision with a central digital rear-view mirror.

The new Citroën Dispatch comes with an upgraded steering wheel, new storage compartments on the dashboard, a new 100% digital instrument cluster, and an infotainment system with a 10-inch screen and connected navigation. It also offers a range of new driving aids.

The new Citroën Relay comes with a range of brand-new diesel engines, including an automatic gearbox option, as well as a 100% electric powertrain. It features a full digital instrument cluster, an infotainment system with a central HD screen and connected navigation, active parking assistance, an electric handbrake, and a digital interior rear-view mirror.

Citroën offers the widest range of commercial vehicles on the market, including the My Ami Cargo and ë-Relay, with a focus on meeting the needs of professionals and embracing the transition to 100% electric vehicles.

The new Berlingo, Dispatch, and Relay vans demonstrate Citroën’s commitment to providing comfort, versatility, and efficient mobility solutions for professionals.

  1. NEW CITROËN BERLINGO VAN

The new Berlingo Van features an updated exterior design with a more upright front end and a redesigned radiator grille, bumper, and headlamps. The interior has been redesigned for improved ergonomics and features a new 10-inch touchscreen and advanced comfort seats. The Berlingo Van offers a wide range of powertrains, including a 100% electric option with an extended range of up to 205 miles.

  1. NEW CITROËN DISPATCH

The new Citroën Dispatch has been redesigned with a new front end, including a new bumper, LED headlamps, and a redesigned radiator grille. The interior features an updated dashboard with increased storage compartments, a 10-inch digital instrument panel, and a state-of-the-art infotainment system. The Dispatch is available with a range of powertrains, including diesel and electric options.

  1. NEW CITROEN RELAY

The new Citroën Relay has a redesigned front end with improved aerodynamics, new LED headlamps, and a redesigned radiator grille. The interior features a redesigned dashboard with a digital instrument cluster and a large central screen. The Relay offers a range of innovative features, including a wireless smartphone charger, a digital interior rear-view mirror, and advanced driving aids. It is available with diesel and electric powertrain options.

For more information, you can download the press kit here.

CITROËN ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH CONSTRUCTION CHARITY BAND OF BUILDERS

  • Citroën UK is teaming up with Band of Builders, a construction charity, to provide Dispatch and ë-Dispatch vans for their charitable work across the country.
  • Band of Builders supports tradespeople facing life-changing circumstances due to illness or injury. They offer practical adaptations to homes, as well as financial and well-being support.
  • The Citroën ë-Dispatch is part of the electric Citroën ë-LCV range, which includes the ë-Berlingo Van and ë-Relay.

 

Citroën UK has announced a new partnership with Band of Builders, also known as ‘BoB’.

 

Through this partnership, Band of Builders will benefit from the use of Citroën Dispatch and ë-Dispatch vans for their projects across the UK.

 

Band of Builders not only provides practical support but also financial and emotional assistance to those dealing with challenging circumstances. This collaboration will enable the charity to expand its reach and help more people and projects.

 

The charity undertakes various projects, including the installation of ramps for improved accessibility, home renovations, and landscaping. The Citroën vans will facilitate the transportation of materials and equipment to project sites nationwide, enhancing the charity’s capabilities.

 

Gavin Crane, CEO of Band of Builders, expressed his pride in partnering with Citroën UK and the opportunity to utilize their fully branded Dispatch and ë-Dispatch vans for various projects and events across the country.

 

Greg Taylor, Managing Director of Citroën UK, praised the impactful work of Band of Builders and the opportunity to support their expansion. He encouraged everyone to keep an eye out for the distinctive Dispatch and ë-Dispatch vans, which will be making a difference nationwide in the months ahead.

 

NOTE FOR EDITORS: Photographs taken at handover of completed Band of Builders project, July 2023.