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Citroen C4 vs Ford Focus – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Citroen C4 or Ford Focus?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C4 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 6952 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Ford Focus has a decisively edge – offering 280 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls evident stronger with 420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Ford Focus is hardly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers noticeable more room – 510 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1360 L, which is about 6 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus evident takes the win – 560 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,500
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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
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 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
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
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
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Payload
381 - 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 - 210 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
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Citroen
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Ford

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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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