Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Fabia has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Citroen C4 costs 20600 £. That’s a price difference of around 3685 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
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 Skoda Fabia has a slightly edge – offering 177 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is hardly perceptible 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 Skoda Fabia performs slight better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is evident lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers distinct more room – 510 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1360 L, which is about 170 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Fabia barely noticeable takes the win – 437 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.
Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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 Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.
details|
|
|
|
|
|
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
20600 - 32000 £
|
Price
16900 - 30500 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
|
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
|
Electric Range
-
|
|
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
0 - 108 g/km
|
co2
112 - 126 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1143 - 1278 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
|
Trunk capacity
380 L
|
|
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
|
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
|
|
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
|
Width
1780 mm
|
|
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
|
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
|
|
Payload
381 - 406 kg
|
Payload
402 - 437 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
|
Engine Type
Petrol
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
|
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
|
|
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
|
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
|
|
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
|
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
3
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
|
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
|
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
|
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
|
|
Brand
Citroen
|
Brand
Skoda
|
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.