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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Citroen C4 comparison

Compare performance (268 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (35,500 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Tonale or Citroen C4?

Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Citroen C4: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Tonale

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
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Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tonale

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Tonale costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Alfa Romeo Tonale uses 3.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 365 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

C4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Alfa Romeo Tonale offers considerably more power – delivering 268 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alfa Romeo Tonale delivers slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Tonale

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is slightly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers marginally more boot space – 510 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Tonale carries markedly more – 535 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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C4

Citroen C4

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
Alfa Romeo Tonale
Citroen C4

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Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Alfa Romeo Tonale embodies the brand's timeless elegance and sporty DNA, captivating drivers with its bold design and dynamic presence on the road. Inside, the Tonale impresses with a perfect blend of luxury and cutting-edge technology, offering a sophisticated driving experience that remains true to the Alfa Romeo spirit. With its agile performance and distinctive character, the Tonale stands out in the competitive SUV market, appealing to those who seek both style and substance.

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Citroen C4

Citroën C4 wears its French eccentricity with confidence, pairing bold, sculpted styling with a supremely comfortable ride that turns mundane commutes into a gentler affair. If you value relaxed comfort, clever practicality and a car with personality rather than pretence, the C4 is a charming, sensible choice — and it won't make you miss the usual hot‑hatch theatrics.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale
Citroen C4

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,500 - 53,200 £
Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
77 - 138 g/km
co2
0 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Length
-
Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
379 - 406 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Citroen
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