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Citroen C4 vs Vauxhall Corsa – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C4 or Vauxhall Corsa fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Corsa has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Citroen C4 costs 20600 £. That’s a price difference of around 942 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 14.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen C4 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 427 km, about 3 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

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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.

Both models deliver identical power – 156 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 270 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Vauxhall Corsa is slightly lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 228 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers evident more room – 510 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs noticeable better – up to 1360 L, which is about 279 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Corsa slight takes the win – 445 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be edges ahead 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

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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

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
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.