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Citroen C4 vs MG ZS - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 18000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or MG ZS?

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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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.

MG ZS has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Citroen C4 costs 20600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

ZS

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 ZS has a evident edge – offering 197 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MG ZS performs to a small extent better – reaching 179 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls significantly stronger with 270 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 122 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, MG ZS is slight lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers a bit more room – 510 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1457 L, which is about 97 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, MG ZS somewhat takes the win – 470 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 shows small but noticeable advantages 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.

Citroen C4
MG ZS

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 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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MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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The MG ZS arrives as a cheeky and practical choice for shoppers who want SUV style and family-friendly space without blowing the budget. It may not pretend to be premium, but with sensible equipment, easy-to-live-with driving manners and surprising value, it makes a persuasive case for anyone after sensible transport with a bit of personality.

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Citroen C4
MG ZS

Costs and Consumption

Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
113 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 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
1330 - 1420 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4430 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.