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Citroen C4 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison
Compare performance (156 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?
Citroen C4 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,634 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 416 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.
C-Class Saloon
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 Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 524 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 750 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 noticeably lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers moderately more boot space – 510 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 164 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly superior 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.
from £41,300
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Citroen C4
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
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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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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
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Citroen C4
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
11 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1,020 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
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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