Compare performance (156 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Kia Niro?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8572 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C4 performs decisively better – achieving up to 427 km, about 365 km more than the Kia Niro.
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 Kia Niro has a to a small extent edge – offering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs to a small extent better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls slight stronger with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Citroen C4 is slight lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers a bit more room – 510 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs slight better – up to 1445 L, which is about 85 L more than the Citroen C4.
When it comes to payload, Kia Niro to a small extent takes the win – 466 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Citroen C4 is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20600 - 32000 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4350 - 4580 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1800 - 1834 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1520 - 1525 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Kia
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The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.