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Citroën ë-C4 X vs Peugeot e-308 SW
Selected trimPlusChange trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £28,715
Selected trimAllureChange trim275 mi · 58 kWh · £32,265
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 X leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Peugeot e-308 SW leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 X if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Peugeot e-308 SW if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën ë-C4 X leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
6.2
Peugeot
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
5.1
Peugeot
4.1
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
8.6
Peugeot
7.5
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
6
Peugeot
5.1
Cost Per MilePeugeot
Citroën
7.4
Peugeot
8.7
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
6
Peugeot
5
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 | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,715 (better) | £32,265 |
| Official range | 222 miles | 275 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 510 L (better) | 505 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 10.8 sec | 9.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4 X
Peugeot e-308 SW
Length
Citroën ë-C4 X4,600mm-36mm
Peugeot e-308 SW4,636mm
Width
Citroën ë-C4 X1,800mm-52mm
Peugeot e-308 SW1,852mm
Height
Citroën ë-C4 X1,525mm
Peugeot e-308 SW1,464mm-61mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4,636 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,852 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,062 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,464 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 548 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 510 L (better) | 505 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1502 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4 X
- At 4,600 mm, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2nd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 510 L.
Peugeot e-308 SW
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 X Plus |  Peugeot e-308 SW Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.60m | 4.64m+36mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.85m+52mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.46m-61mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.73m+62mm |
| Ground Clearance | 156mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 510L (better) | 505L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1502L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,580kg (better) | 1,708kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 58kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 mi | 275 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,715 (better) | £32,265 |
| Price after EV grant | £27,215 (-£1,500) (better) | £30,765 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Estate |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 222 miles | 275 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 185 miles | 229 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 45 kWh | 55 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10.8 sec | 9.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 115 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C4 X
Plus
Peugeot e-308 SW
Allure
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Citroën ë-C4 X
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 X Plus
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-308 SW Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4 X
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Peugeot e-308 SW
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-308 SW worth the extra £3,550 over the Citroën ë-C4 X?
The Peugeot e-308 SW costs £3,550 more than the Citroën ë-C4 X. For that premium it adds 53 miles more WLTP range and a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C4 X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the Peugeot e-308 SW?
The Citroën ë-C4 X is £3,550 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C4 X comes out roughly £3,510 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 X and Peugeot e-308 SW like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 185 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 X and 229 miles for the Peugeot e-308 SW - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-308 SW goes roughly 44 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the Peugeot e-308 SW?
The Citroën ë-C4 X is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 52 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-308 SW. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 X and about 548 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-308 SW.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the Peugeot e-308 SW?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 X and 84% for the Peugeot e-308 SW. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. 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.
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Data accuracy
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