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Citroen C4 vs Kia Picanto - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 15300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Kia Picanto?

Citroen C4

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Citroen C4 costs 20600 £. That’s a price difference of around 5262 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Citroen C4 has a significantly edge – offering 156 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 6.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls clearly stronger with 270 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 174 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Picanto is evident lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers convincingly more room – 510 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs distinct better – up to 1360 L, which is about 350 L more than the Kia Picanto.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C4 a bit takes the win – 406 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C4 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,600
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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

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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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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Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
15300 - 19300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 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
127 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
3605 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1485 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

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

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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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