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Citroen C4 vs Renault Espace – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Renault Espace?

Citroen C4

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Espace

4 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Citroen C4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Renault Espace costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 16980 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Renault Espace has a noticeable edge – offering 200 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Espace offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Citroen C4 is slightly lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1673 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers clearly perceptible more room – 692 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs noticeable better – up to 2224 L, which is about 864 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, Renault Espace clearly perceptible takes the win – 581 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be performs better in key areas 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.

Citroen C4
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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
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Citroen C4

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Renault Espace

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
37500 - 41400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4746 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full 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
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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