Compare performance (156 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Volvo EX30?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen C4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,429 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 48 km more than the Citroen C4.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 offers significantly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers significantly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 273 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, Citroen C4 is noticeably lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen C4 carries very slightly more – 406 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
The Volvo EX30 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 Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.
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Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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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
0 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
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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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
1,838 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
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 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
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Volvo
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