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Citroen C4 vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or MG MG5?

Citroen C4 vs MG MG5: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power

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:

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

Citroen C4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,858 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 27 km more than the MG MG5.

MG5

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 MG MG5 offers moderately more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MG MG5 is moderately faster – reaching 185 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG5 delivers marginally more torque with 280 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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 somewhat lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers very slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

For maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,367 L, about 7 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries a bit more – 455 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 is slightly 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 £20,600
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 : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
Citroen C4
MG MG5

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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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MG MG5

The MG5 is a surprisingly practical and stylish estate that gives family buyers a sensible, down-to-earth alternative to bland crossovers. As an electric wagon it blends everyday usability with low running costs and a cheeky dash of character, making it an easy pick if you value space and thrift over badge snobbery.

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Citroen C4
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
MG
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