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Citroen C4 vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Citroen C4 vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Citroen C4

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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly 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

C4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Citroen C4 costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,843 £.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 352 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

Rocks Electric

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 substantially more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C4 delivers clearly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 230 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.

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

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 845 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 447 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C4 carries clearly more – 406 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 264 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Rocks Electric

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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 Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Citroen C4
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
142 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
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall
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