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Citroen C4 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

Citroen C4 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo costs 27,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,441 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Combo Cargo. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 73 km more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.

Combo Cargo

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 Citroen C4 offers slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Citroen C4 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is barely lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries significantly more – 781 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 375 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 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.

from £20,700
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 14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 - 427 km
Citroen C4
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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Citroen C4
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall
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