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Citroen C4 vs Mazda CX-30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Mazda CX-30?

Citroen C4

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-30

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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C4 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1 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 Mazda CX-30 has a to a small extent edge – offering 186 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda CX-30 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls slightly stronger with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Citroen C4 is barely noticeable lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers a bit more room – 510 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-30 performs slight better – up to 1406 L, which is about 46 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 a bit takes the win – 496 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be leads convincingly overall 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.

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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Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 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
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

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