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Citroen C4 vs Volvo XC60 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Citroen C4 or Volvo XC60?

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 XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 28629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C4 performs significantly better – achieving up to 427 km, about 345 km more than the Volvo XC60.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 has a decisively edge – offering 455 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls decisively stronger with 709 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 439 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 evident lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers minimal more room – 510 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs to a small extent better – up to 1543 L, which is about 183 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 evident takes the win – 550 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo XC60 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo XC60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £49,200
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Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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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 XC60

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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
510 - 550 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Citroen
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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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