Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or SEAT Arona?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
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 Citroen C4 offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C4 delivers marginally more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is somewhat lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries clearly more – 522 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.
The Citroen C4 is clearly superior overall 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.
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 SEAT Arona is a compact crossover that blends practical, city-friendly packaging with a sporty, youthful design. It delivers a comfortable ride, an intuitive cabin and economical running costs, making it a sensible pick for daily drives and weekend getaways.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
SEAT
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