Citroën Berlingo XL and Dacia Jogger provide low‑cost family SUVs in Europe

Citroën is marketing a converted Berlingo XL van as a seven‑seat family vehicle priced around €24,400. The model features a 1.5‑litre turbo‑charged diesel engine delivering 100 hp, a manual six‑speed gearbox, 5.4 L/100 km combined fuel consumption and an advertised 1,000 km range on a single tank, along with 850 L of luggage capacity.

Dacia’s Jogger, positioned as the market’s cheapest SUV, starts at €18,970. It offers five or seven seats, a 1,480 km combined gasoline‑LPG range, 140 hp, a six‑speed manual or automatic transmission, and a combined fuel use of 5.9 L/100 km. Both models aim to combine spacious interiors, modest power outputs and low running costs for families seeking affordable transport.

These vehicles are presented as practical alternatives to larger, more expensive SUVs, targeting Spanish and broader European buyers who prioritize price, fuel efficiency and interior space.