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Citroen C4 vs Dacia Duster – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C4 meets Dacia Duster.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Dacia Duster has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Citroen C4 costs 20600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4285 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.70 L per 100 km – no difference here.

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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 Dacia Duster has a barely noticeable edge – offering 158 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls a bit stronger with 270 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Dacia Duster is barely noticeable lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers hardly perceptible more room – 517 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs a bit better – up to 1609 L, which is about 249 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster a bit takes the win – 453 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C4 proves to be shows small but notable strengths and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
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Citroen C4

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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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Dacia Duster

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The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
107 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4343 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1813 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
450 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Dacia

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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