Compare performance (196 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Citroen C4?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen C4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,715 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers marginally more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 27 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 Vauxhall Astra offers noticeably more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is only slightly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries slightly more – 502 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra is decisively ahead 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.
The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsCitroën 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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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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co2
0 - 108 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,659 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,350 - 4,580 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,520 - 1,525 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,250 - 1,360 L
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Citroen
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