Compare performance (156 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Ford Explorer EV?
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.
Citroen C4 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13638 £.
When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 14.50 kWh per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV performs noticeable better – achieving up to 602 km, about 175 km more than the Citroen C4.
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 Ford Explorer EV has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Explorer EV performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Citroen C4 is noticeable lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1908 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers somewhat more room – 510 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Explorer EV performs minimal better – up to 1422 L, which is about 62 L more than the Citroen C4.
When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV evident takes the win – 585 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.
The Ford Explorer EV proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.
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Price
20600 - 32000 £
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
360 - 602 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 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
SUV
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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
1403 - 1659 kg
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Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
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Length
4350 - 4580 mm
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Length
4468 mm
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Width
1800 - 1834 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Height
1520 - 1525 mm
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Height
1630 - 1639 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
561 - 585 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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
Ford
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The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.