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Citroen C4 vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Volvo S60?

Citroen C4 vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Citroen C4

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Volvo S60

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,952 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 333 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo S60 is moderately faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers considerably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 439 Nm more.

C4

Space and Everyday Use:

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 visibly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 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.

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S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
Citroen C4
Volvo S60

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Citroen C4
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
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