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Citroen C4 vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Volvo XC40?

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 16200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 XC40 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 197 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC40 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C4 is distinct lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers somewhat more room – 510 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs slight better – up to 1360 L, which is about 32 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 noticeable takes the win – 532 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C4 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,600
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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
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Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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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 XC40

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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