Compare performance (195 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Citroen C4?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,675 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 308. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 23 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 Peugeot 308 offers somewhat more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is very slightly 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 Peugeot 308 delivers barely more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is only slightly lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries moderately more – 503 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.
The Peugeot 308 is far ahead overall 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 Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 133 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
-
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 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
430 - 503 kg
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, 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
131 - 195 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
-
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Torque
230 - 300 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
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Citroen
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