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Citroen C4 vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (156 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or VW Passat?
Citroen C4 vs VW Passat: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
C4
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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,900 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 292 km more than the VW Passat.
Passat
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 Passat offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
C4
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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is somewhat lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeably more boot space – 690 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries noticeably more – 577 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 171 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
from £36,500
VW Passat
Citroen C4
VW Passat
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Citroen C4
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 Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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Citroen C4
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
28 - 153 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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