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Audi A2 e-tron vs Citroën ë-C4 X (2023-2024)
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Selected trim52kWh 170PSChange trim262 mi · 52 kWh · £32,200
Selected trim50kWh 136 · 2023-24Change trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £31,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi A2 e-tron leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Citroën ë-C4 X leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi A2 e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 X (2023-2024) if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi A2 e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Audi
5.1
Citroën
5.4
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
6.3
Citroën
5.1
FamilyCitroën
Audi
7.7
Citroën
8.6
ChargingAudi
Audi
6.9
Citroën
6
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
9.5
Citroën
7.4
City DrivingAudi
Audi
7.7
Citroën
5.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,200 | £31,995 (better) |
| Official range | 262 miles (better) | 222 miles |
| Boot space | 396 L | 510 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min (better) | 25 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 10.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi A2 e-tron
Citroën ë-C4 X
Length
Audi A2 e-tron4,324mm-276mm
Citroën ë-C4 X4,600mm
Width
Audi A2 e-tron1,789mm-11mm
Citroën ë-C4 X1,800mm
Height
Audi A2 e-tron1,583mm
Citroën ë-C4 X1,525mm-58mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,600 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,789 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,583 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 611 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 396 L | 510 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1336 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 13 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi A2 e-tron
- 262 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Boot space of 396 L is bigger than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Citroën ë-C4 X
- 2nd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 510 L.
- At 4,600 mm, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi A2 e-tron 52kWh 170PS |  Citroën ë-C4 X 50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.60m+276mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.80m+11mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.52m-58mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.67m-100mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 156mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 396L | 510L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1336L | Not available |
| Frunk | 13L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,580kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 262 mi (better) | 222 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,200 | £31,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,700 (-£1,500) | £31,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2027+ | 2023–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 262 miles (better) | 222 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles (better) | 185 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min (better) | 25 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 7.4 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 46 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 10.8 sec |
| Power | 125 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 X 50kWh 136 (2023-24)
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Citroën ë-C4 X?
The Citroën ë-C4 X is £205 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £125 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi A2 e-tron and Citroën ë-C4 X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Audi A2 e-tron and 185 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi A2 e-tron goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-25 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Citroën ë-C4 X?
The two are within 11 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 611 mm of total clearance for the Audi A2 e-tron and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 X.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Citroën ë-C4 X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Audi A2 e-tron and 84% for the Citroën ë-C4 X. That gives the Audi A2 e-tron a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Audi A2 e-tron's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Citroën ë-C4 X's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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