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Citroën ë-C4 (2021-2024) vs Hyundai KONA Electric
Selected trim50kWh 136 · 2021-24Change trim217 mi · 50 kWh · £32,180
Selected trimAdvanceChange trim319 mi · 65.4 kWh · £35,000
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 leads on charging speed, while the Hyundai KONA Electric leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 (2021-2024) if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai KONA Electric leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
Citroën
5
Hyundai
6.5
Motorway RangeHyundai
Citroën
3.7
Hyundai
5.1
Family
Citroën
6.5
Hyundai
6.4
Too close to call
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5
Hyundai
1.4
Cost Per MileHyundai
Citroën
5.1
Hyundai
9.1
City Driving
Citroën
6.9
Hyundai
6.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
- 102 miles more WLTP range
- 86 litres more boot space
- 60 kW more power
- 2.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.3 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,180 (better) | £35,000 |
| Official range | 217 miles | 319 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 380 L | 466 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 41 min |
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4
Hyundai KONA Electric
Length
Citroën ë-C44,355mm
Hyundai KONA Electric4,355mm
Width
Citroën ë-C41,800mm-25mm
Hyundai KONA Electric1,825mm
Height
Citroën ë-C41,520mm-60mm
Hyundai KONA Electric1,580mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,355 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,825 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,100 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 575 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L | 466 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1300 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | 27 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,355 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 50kWh 136 (2021-24) |  Hyundai KONA Electric Advance |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.36m |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.82m+25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.10m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.58m+60mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.66m-10mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 466L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1300L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 27L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,571kg (better) | 1,747kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 65.4kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 217 mi | 319 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 101kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,180 (better) | £35,000 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,180 (not eligible) | £31,250 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 217 miles | 319 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 156 miles | 266 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 41 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 101 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 10.4 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 46 kWh | 65.4 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Standard (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm (better) | 255 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C4
50kWh 136 (2021-24)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £13,649 | £21,270 |
| Average used price | £14,486 | £24,750 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 4 listings | 138 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 9.8% over ~6 months | Up 42.2% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 50kWh 136 (2021-24)
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric Advance
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag infotainment & software, real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Citroën ë-C4
50kWh 136 (2021-24)
Owners love
- Owners consistently rate the ride comfort and seats as the car's biggest strength, softer and quieter than most rivals.
- Owners describe it as roomy for a family, with good rear legroom and a practical hatchback boot.
- Running costs on home charging are very low, and owners on off-peak tariffs report a few pounds per hundred miles.
Watch out for
- Range is the most common complaint: owners report around 140 to 150 miles in normal mixed driving, under 120 at motorway speeds and as little as 100 in cold weather.
- Owners find the range estimate optimistic and unreliable, and some early cars do not show the battery percentage on the dashboard.
- The MyCitroën app is widely described as poor and unreliable, and the infotainment as slow, with occasional freezes after software updates.
Owner tips
- Plan on about 150 miles of real range in mild weather and much less on winter motorway trips.
- Judge range by the battery percentage and your miles per kWh rather than the range estimate.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Owners love
- Excellent driving dynamics with responsive handling, strong winter performance with proper tires, and instant responsive heating
- Competitive range for daily commuting (290-320km in winter, 300+ miles capability) with efficient regenerative braking
- Strong build quality and solid construction that feels well-engineered compared to competitors
Watch out for
- Significant winter range loss of 25-35% requires careful trip planning in cold climates
- Cramped headroom and limited interior space compared to competitors like Kia Soul EV and Niro EV
- Level 1 (120V) charging is impractically slow at approximately 100km per 12 hours without Level 2 installation
Owner tips
- Install a Level 2 home charger (7.4kW) as soon as feasible; a 20A 220V outlet with supplied charger offers a cost-effective interim solution
- Pre-heat the vehicle while plugged in before departure to minimize climate control energy consumption in cold weather
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Hyundai KONA Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Citroën ë-C4
- £12,3522022Car360View
Hyundai KONA Electric
- £31,9902026Cars2View
- £22,5002024EV ExpertsView
- £15,6952023Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai KONA Electric worth the extra £2,820 over the Citroën ë-C4?
The Hyundai KONA Electric costs £2,820 more than the Citroën ë-C4. For that premium it adds 102 miles more WLTP range, 86 litres more boot space and 60 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The Citroën ë-C4 is £2,820 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai KONA Electric is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Citroën ë-C4, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C4 comes out roughly £2,660 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C4 and Hyundai KONA Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 156 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 and 266 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 110 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 30 minutes in the Citroën ë-C4 and 41 in the Hyundai KONA Electric, so the Citroën ë-C4 loses less time at each stop. So the Hyundai KONA Electric stops less often while the Citroën ë-C4 stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 and about 575 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric. The Hyundai KONA Electric also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Hyundai KONA Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 and 86% for the Hyundai KONA Electric. That gives the Hyundai KONA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .