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Citroen C4 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Ford Explorer EV?

Citroen C4 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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 C4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,638 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 14.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 175 km more than the Citroen C4.

Explorer EV

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 Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

C4

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 C4 is substantially lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 593 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers very slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries noticeably more – 585 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is decisively ahead 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Citroen C4
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Citroen C4

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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Ford Explorer EV

The 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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Citroen C4
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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