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Citroen C4 vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Renault Mégane?

Citroen C4

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Mégane

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 Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 14495 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C4: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Renault Mégane with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the Renault Mégane performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 452 km, about 25 km more than the Citroen C4.

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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 Mégane has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs evident better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls slight stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Citroen C4 is noticeable lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers evident more room – 510 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1360 L, which is about 28 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane barely noticeable takes the win – 446 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be offers a more balanced package 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 £20,600
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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
Renault Mégane

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Citroen C4

4.6 (2 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 Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
446 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
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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