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Citroen C4 vs Kia EV3 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Kia EV3?

Citroen C4 vs Kia EV3: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,491 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 145 km more than the Citroen C4.

EV3

Engine and Performance:

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 Kia EV3 offers significantly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers visibly more torque with 385 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

C4

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is substantially lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 592 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers moderately more boot space – 510 L compared to 413 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries slightly more – 485 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 holds a slight edge 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.

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EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 572 km
Citroen C4
Kia EV3

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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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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.

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Citroen C4
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
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
15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
572 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
413 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
485 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
385 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
195 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
Kia
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