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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20600 - 32000 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4350 - 4580 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1800 - 1834 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1520 - 1525 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
381 - 406 kg
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Payload
511 - 551 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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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.