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Citroen C4 vs Fiat Panda comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 70 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 14,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Fiat Panda?

Citroen C4 vs Fiat Panda: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C4

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.

Fiat Panda is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the Citroen C4 costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Panda

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Citroen C4 offers substantially more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C4 delivers clearly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 178 Nm more.

C4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Citroen C4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is markedly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 348 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers considerably more boot space – 510 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 285 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C4 carries a bit more – 406 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 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.

from £20,700
C4

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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 - 427 km
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Reviews Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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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

Fiyat performans olarak c4 daha önde görüyorum

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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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The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
14,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
113 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
38 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
225 L
Length
-
Length
3,635 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,643 mm
Height
-
Height
1,551 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
365 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
70 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
164 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
92 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
51 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Fiat
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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