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Citroen C4 vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or smart #3?

Citroen C4 vs smart #3: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,300 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 28 km more than the Citroen C4.

#3

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 smart #3 offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers markedly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 114 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, Citroen C4 is noticeably lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries very slightly more – 450 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C4 is narrowly ahead 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 £20,700
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 14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 - 427 km
Citroen C4
smart #3

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Dimensions and Body

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Citroen C4

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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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Citroen C4
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
smart
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