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Citroen C4 vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Ford Focus?

Citroen C4 vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly more trunk space
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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.

Citroen C4 is visibly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,952 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Focus

Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Focus offers substantially more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 150 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is marginally lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,360 L, about 6 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries noticeably more – 560 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus 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.

from £27,500
Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L/100km
Citroen C4
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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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 Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Citroen C4
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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