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Citroën ë-C4 vs Cupra Raval
Selected trimPLUSChange trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £28,715
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 leads on value for money and family practicality, while the Cupra Raval leads on charging speed, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Raval leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
5.9
Cupra
5.2
Motorway Range
Citroën
3.8
Cupra
4.2
Too close to call
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
6.5
Cupra
5.1
ChargingCupra
Citroën
5
Cupra
6.3
Cost Per MileCupra
Citroën
5.1
Cupra
7.7
City DrivingCupra
Citroën
7
Cupra
8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
- £1,720 cheaper
- 61 litres more boot space
- 15 Wh/km more efficient
- 500 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,715 | £26,995 (better) |
| Official range | 222 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Boot space | 380 L | 441 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 23 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4
Cupra Raval
Length
Citroën ë-C44,355mm
Cupra Raval4,046mm-309mm
Width
Citroën ë-C41,800mm
Cupra Raval1,784mm-16mm
Height
Citroën ë-C41,520mm
Cupra Raval1,514mm-6mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,046 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,784 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 616 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L | 441 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4
- At 4,355 mm, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 PLUS |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.05m-309mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.78m-16mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.00m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.51m-6mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.60m-71mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 441L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,571kg (better) | 1,589kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 mi (better) | 204 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 88kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,715 | £26,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £27,215 (-£1,500) | £25,495 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 222 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 161 miles (better) | 139 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 23 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 88 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | 138 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 50 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 264 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 PLUS
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4
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Cupra Raval
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C4 worth the extra £1,720 over the Cupra Raval?
The Citroën ë-C4 costs £1,720 more than the Cupra Raval. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Cupra Raval is not just cheaper - it also offers 61 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 138 versus 153 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Raval comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Cupra Raval?
The Cupra Raval is £1,720 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Cupra Raval comes out roughly £1,800 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 Cupra Raval like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 161 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 and 139 miles for the Cupra Raval - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Citroën ë-C4 goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Cupra Raval?
The two are within 16 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Cupra Raval?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 and 90% for the Cupra Raval. That gives the Cupra Raval a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Cupra Raval's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Citroën ë-C4's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .