CITROEN Berlingo X-TR 2006-2008 Photos, engines & full specs

Following the successful launch of the C3 X-TR, the French carmaker introduced an X-TR version for its MPV Berlingo in 2006.

One of the cheapest ways to make a minivan was to build it on the same platform as a light-utility vehicle. Citroen used that recipe and made the Berlingo either as a van or a passenger vehicle (named Berlingo Multispace) since 1996, with a significant facelift in 2003. But the customers started to get more focused on leisure vehicles, crossovers, and SUVs. Then, Citroen came with a unique package that transformed the daily-driver family van into a crossover.

Sure, the car was not a serious off-road vehicle. It didn't feature an all-wheel-drive system, but at least it could look like it was ready for some unpaved roads. At the front, the carmaker added a light-gray shield under the bumper and placed similar colored trims around the fog lights. A larger, rectangular grille with a wide horizontal slat left the impression of a bush-guard. Under the large headlights, the carmaker added scratch-resistant black plastic moldings.

Inside, there were minor changes from the full-spec Berlingo. It featured circular silver air vents and light-gray trims on the dashboard and door cards. The light-gray dials in the instrument cluster sported white needles. Thanks to its high roof cabin, Citroen installed a shelf above the driver area and side pockets above the rear sliding doors. For the rear passengers, the carmaker installed folding tables on the back of the seatbacks of the front seats.