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Citroen C4 vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Lexus NX?

Citroen C4 vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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.

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

C4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 355 km more than the Lexus NX.

NX

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 Lexus NX offers considerably more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

C4

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is markedly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 402 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers barely more boot space – 545 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries markedly more – 515 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 comes out clearly ahead 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.

from £20,700
C4

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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 - 427 km
Citroen C4
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Citroen C4
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
65 - 134 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
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plug-in 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Lexus
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