Compare performance (156 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Peugeot 408?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 14555 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C4: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.
As for range, the Peugeot 408 performs minimal better – achieving up to 455 km, about 28 km more than the Citroen C4.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 408 has a noticeable edge – offering 225 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs evident better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 83 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Citroen C4 is to a small extent lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers minimal more room – 536 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs slightly better – up to 1583 L, which is about 223 L more than the Citroen C4.
When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 to a small extent takes the win – 456 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Overall, the Peugeot 408 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20600 - 32000 £
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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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
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4350 - 4580 mm
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Length
4687 mm
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Width
1800 - 1834 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1520 - 1525 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Peugeot
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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.