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Citroen C4 vs Peugeot 508 – 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 Peugeot 508?

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 Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £. That’s a price difference of around 24009 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C4 performs decisively better – achieving up to 427 km, about 372 km more than the Peugeot 508.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 508 has a significantly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 pulls decisively stronger with 520 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C4 is evident lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 408 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers slight more room – 510 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 performs to a small extent better – up to 1537 L, which is about 177 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 508 to a small extent takes the win – 469 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 508 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.

from about £44,600
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Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 2 L
  • Electric Range : 46 - 55 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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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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Citroen C4
Peugeot 508
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Costs and Consumption

Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
44600 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 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
1811 - 1941 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4750 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1403 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1537 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
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.