Compare performance (156 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Mercedes G-Class?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,899 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is considerably more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 13.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers a bit more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 52 km more than the Citroen C4.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G-Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 894 Nm more.
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 clearly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,082 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries substantially more – 715 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 309 kg.
The Citroen C4 stands well ahead of its rival 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 G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
479 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
0 - 336 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
Off-Roader
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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
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
640 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
1,931 - 1,984 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
115 - 715 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, Electric
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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, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 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
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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