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Citroen C4 vs Nissan Leaf – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Nissan Leaf?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Nissan Leaf costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 10209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C4: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Nissan Leaf with 16.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen C4 performs minimal better – achieving up to 427 km, about 42 km more than the Nissan Leaf.

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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 Nissan Leaf has a evident edge – offering 217 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.90 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Nissan Leaf tops out at 157 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Leaf pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 340 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C4 is slightly lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1580 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 510 L compared to 394 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs clearly better – up to 1360 L, which is about 570 L more than the Nissan Leaf.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Leaf hardly perceptible takes the win – 415 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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Citroen C4

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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf stands out as a pioneering model in the realm of electric vehicles, known for its impressive blend of practicality and eco-friendliness. It offers a smooth and quiet driving experience, making it an ideal choice for city commuting and longer journeys alike. The interior design is both comfortable and intuitive, providing drivers with a sense of modernity and ease of use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
30800 - 37200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.8 kWh
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
270 - 385 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
39 - 59 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1580 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 394 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4490 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1788 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1540 - 1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
790 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
384 - 415 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
150 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
144 - 157 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
320 - 340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
110 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Nissan

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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