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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20600 - 32000 £
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
113 - 145 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
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Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Length
4350 - 4580 mm
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Length
4430 mm
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Width
1800 - 1834 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Height
1520 - 1525 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
116 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
148 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
85 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
MG
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The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.