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Citroen C4 vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Toyota RAV4?

Citroen C4 vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Toyota RAV4

4.8 (10 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,014 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 290 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

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 Toyota RAV4 offers substantially more power – delivering 309 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

C4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is moderately lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,655 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers very slightly more boot space – 514 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries visibly more – 610 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 204 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 - 137 km
Citroen C4
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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Citroen C4
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
30 - 121 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
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Toyota
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