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Citroen C4 vs VW ID.4 – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or VW ID.4?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C4 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 14010 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C4: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the VW ID.4 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.10 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.4 performs evident better – achieving up to 569 km, about 142 km more than the Citroen C4.

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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 VW ID.4 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C4 performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C4 is convincingly lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 572 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs a bit better – up to 1575 L, which is about 215 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 distinct takes the win – 551 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.4 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.

from about £34,600
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VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km

Citroen C4

5 (1)
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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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VW ID.4

4.5 (2)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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VW ID.4
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Costs and Consumption

Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
511 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.