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Renault 4 E-Tech vs Citroen e-C4
The Renault 4 E-Tech and Citroen e-C4 are compact electric crossovers from French brands. The Renault 4 E-Tech sits in the small SUV segment with a practical, slightly rugged design aimed at urban families and younger buyers. The e-C4 blends hatchback and crossover styling, targeting comfort-focused users who prioritize smooth daily driving over sporty dynamics.
Range figures are close but structured differently. The Renault 4 E-Tech delivers about 243–249 miles WLTP from a 52 kWh battery. The e-C4 ranges from about 219 miles to 257 miles depending on battery size. Charging performance is similar on paper. Both support around 100 kW DC fast charging with 10–80% times near 30 minutes, though the Renault maintains more consistent performance with battery preconditioning, while the Citroen focuses on smaller battery efficiency rather than peak speed.
Price positioning is close. The Renault 4 E-Tech starts around £26,995, while the e-C4 sits between roughly £26,000 and £31,000 depending on trim. Market availability is strong for both across Europe. This comparison helps you decide between a newer platform with updated tech and a comfort-oriented model with proven simplicity.
Within Renault, other EVs include the Renault 5 E-Tech and Megane E-Tech, covering smaller and larger segments. Under Citroen, the e-C3, e-C4 X, and e-Berlingo expand the lineup across budget and family-focused categories.
The Renault 4 E-Tech offers modern platform efficiency, standard heat pump, and practical SUV design, though it has average charging speed and limited rear space, while the Citroen e-C4 delivers strong ride comfort, competitive pricing, and simple usability, though it has lower charging performance and older platform limitations.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Renault 4 E-Tech for newer tech and balanced usability. Pick the Citroen e-C4 for comfort and lower-cost ownership.
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MODEL
| Models |
Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh Citroen e-C4 50kWh Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2024, October 14 2024, October 14 |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2025, March Available to order. Released 2024, October |
| Country of origin | France France |
| Base Price |
€ 29,400 £ 24,000 - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh € 32,400 £ 28,000 - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh € 32,000 £ 27,000 - Citroen e-C4 50kWh € 34,100 £ 30,200 - Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
FWD 120 hp (90 kW) - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh FWD 150 hp (110 kW) - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh FWD 136 hp (100 kW) - Citroen e-C4 50kWh FWD 156 hp (115 kW) - Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
| Torque |
166 lb-ft (225 Nm) - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh 192 lb-ft (260 Nm) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
9.2 sec 0-62 mph - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 8.2 sec 0-62 mph - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh 10.8 sec 0-62 mph - Citroen e-C4 50kWh 10 sec 0-62 mph - Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
| Max Speed | 93 mph (150 km/h) 93 mph (150 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
40 kWh usable - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 52 kWh usable - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh 46.3 kWh usable, 50 kWh total - Citroen e-C4 50kWh 50.8 kWh usable, 54 kWh total - Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
| Tech | Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NMC battery (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion 400V |
| Range |
186 mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 254 mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh 213 mi WLTP - Citroen e-C4 50kWh 260 mi WLTP - Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
| Consumption |
229 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 243 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh 249 Wh/mi WLTP - Citroen e-C4 50kWh 238 Wh/mi WLTP - Citroen e-C4 54kWh |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 3 hours 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 4 hours 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh Type 2 7.4 kW Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 80 kW, 15-80% in 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh CCS 100 kW, 15-80% in 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh CCS 100 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min |
| Others | V2L & V2G bi-directional charging (up to 3.7 kW) |
BODY
| Type | 5 door hatchback, 5 seats 5 door hatchback, 5 seats |
| Platform | AmpR Small e-CMP |
| Dimensions | 163.0 x 70.9 x 61.8 in (4140 x 1800 x 1570 mm) 171.7 x 72.2 x 60.0 in (4360 x 1834 x 1525 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in (2620 mm) 105.1 in (2670 mm) |
| Clearance | 7.1 in (181 mm) 6.1 in (156 mm) |
| Weight |
EU: 1510 kg unladen, 1895 kg gross - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh EU: 1562 kg unladen, 1980 kg gross - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh EU: 3386 lb unladen, 4453 lb gross |
| Suspension | Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link Macpherson with PHC, Panhard bar and PHC |
| Wheels | R18, R20 R18 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 420 l, 1405 l max EU: 13.4 ft³, 44.1 ft³ max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No No |
| Towing | EU: 750 kg unbraked, 750 kg braked No |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 10" touchscreen 10" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 7" or 10.1" 7" |
| Head-Up | No Yes, projector type |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated front seats Heated front seats |
| Roof | Fabric roof, tilt & slide Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera, park assist Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Yes Front, side, rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | Front radar (unconfirmed), cameras. Active Driver Assist, High Beam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Occupant Safe Exit 12 sensors, front/rear camera and radar. Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Alert, Lane Departure detection, Forward Collision Warning, Advanced Active Safety Brake with cyclist detection, Post Collision Safety Brake, Extended Traffic Sign Recognition, High Beam Assist, Active Blind Spot Detection |
Note
| Others | Also known as Citroën ë-C4 |
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