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Citroen C4 vs NIO EL6 comparison
Compare performance (156 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or NIO EL6?
Citroen C4 vs NIO EL6: 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 NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,166 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 102 km more than the Citroen C4.
EL6
Engine and Performance:
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 NIO EL6 offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 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 considerably lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 812 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers slightly more boot space – 597 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO EL6 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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NIO EL6
Citroen C4
NIO EL6
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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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NIO EL6
The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Citroen C4
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
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
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
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
NIO
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