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Citroen C3 vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or MG MG4 Urban?

Citroen C3 vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Citroen C3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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MG MG4 Urban

  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the MG MG4 Urban costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,715 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG4 Urban is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MG MG4 Urban offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 416 km, about 91 km more than the Citroen C3.

C3

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 MG MG4 Urban offers noticeably more power – delivering 160 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG4 Urban is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 Urban delivers slightly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

C3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is somewhat lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,460 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers clearly more boot space – 479 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG4 Urban carries barely more – 450 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 Urban is far ahead 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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MG MG4 Urban

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 160 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 325 - 416 km
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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a cheeky little city car that turns heads with its bold, quirky styling and a surprisingly comfy, well-thought-out interior. It’s an ideal companion for urban life — easy to park, friendly to drive and built to make everyday trips feel a bit more fun without breaking the bank.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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