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BMW i4 vs Citroen C4 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (49,900 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Citroen C4?

BMW i4 vs Citroen C4: Key differences

BMW i4

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • barely 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.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,194 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the BMW i4. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 186 km more than the Citroen C4.

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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 i4 offers considerably more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 445 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers considerably more torque with 795 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 525 Nm more.

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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 significantly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 667 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers barely more boot space – 510 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i4 carries somewhat more – 480 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is decisively ahead 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 £49,900
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 514 - 613 km
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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Reviews BMW i4

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Marco
23 Apr 2026, 14:56:19

Amazing car with enormous torque, equipment and driving experience, at an acceptable fuel consumption.

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Andrzej
9 Jun 2026, 17:24:58

Super wygodne i ciche i komfortowe auto

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steve
7 Jun 2026, 19:55:21

Super sleek, drives beautifully and is different, second hand price low milage and insurance , its a triple winner for me.

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20 May 2026, 16:06:29

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Tomasz
25 Dec 2025, 23:25:28

A very comfortable car, but with a flaw I noticed: very high door sills, which you really feel when getting in.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49,900 - 63,200 £
Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
379 - 406 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen
Is the BMW i4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i4 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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