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Citroen C4 vs Honda HR-V – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Honda HR-V?

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Honda HR-V costs 29700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.70 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 Citroen C4 has a slightly edge – offering 156 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.60 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Honda HR-V tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 270 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 minimal lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1452 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 510 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs slight better – up to 1360 L, which is about 71 L more than the Honda HR-V.

When it comes to payload, Honda HR-V slight takes the win – 418 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
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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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Honda HR-V

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The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
29700 - 35400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.40 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
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1452 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
319 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4355 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
-
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1582 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1289 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
418 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Citroen
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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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