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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Citroen C4 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Citroen C4?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Citroen C4: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,251 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 326 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
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 1,575 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers marginally more boot space – 510 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries a bit more – 495 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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.
from £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Citroen C4
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Citroen C4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Citroen
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