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Citroen C4 vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Skoda Scala?

Citroen C4 vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C4

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 is barely cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Skoda Scala costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Scala

Engine and Performance:

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 marginally 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 barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C4 delivers only slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

C4

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is a bit lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers barely more boot space – 510 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Scala carries barely more – 431 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £20,600
C4

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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
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Reviews Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Tomasz
25 Dec 2025, 23:25:28

A very comfortable car, but with a flaw I noticed: very high door sills, which you really feel when getting in.

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The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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Citroen C4
Skoda Scala

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
Length
-
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
403 - 431 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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