Compare performance (156 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or CUPRA Born?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen C4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,109 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 594 km, about 167 km more than the Citroen C4.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born offers clearly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Born is markedly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers considerably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.
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 C4 is visibly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,828 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers noticeably more boot space – 510 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,360 L, about 93 L more than the CUPRA Born.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries slightly more – 452 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.
The CUPRA Born 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.
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.
detailsThe CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.
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Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
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Price
34,700 - 45,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
428 - 594 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
79 kWh
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
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Curb weight
1,828 - 1,999 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
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Length
4,324 mm
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
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Height
1,540 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
CUPRA
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