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Citroen C4 vs VW Golf – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C4 or VW Golf fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C4 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the VW Golf costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4633 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 0.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C4 performs clearly better – achieving up to 427 km, about 284 km more than the VW Golf.

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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 VW Golf has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Golf is slight lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers noticeable more room – 510 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1360 L, which is about 123 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf distinct takes the win – 508 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.3 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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The Citroen C4 combines contemporary style with a comfortable driving experience, making it a standout choice in the compact car segment. Its sleek silhouette is complemented by a range of thoughtful interior features, providing both driver and passengers with a pleasant journey. With modern technology seamlessly integrated into its design, the C4 offers an efficient performance that caters to urban and rural environments alike.

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VW Golf

Der VW Golf überzeugt seit Jahrzehnten durch seine Vielseitigkeit und seine ausgewogene Mischung aus Komfort und Dynamik. Mit seinem zeitlosen Design und der hochwertigen Verarbeitung ist er ein treuer Begleiter im Alltag. Besonders beliebt ist der Golf wegen seiner innovativen Technologie und der großen Auswahl an Varianten, die für jeden Bedarf das passende Modell bietet.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
25200 - 51600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
6 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1668 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
431 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F, G, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW

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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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