Citroën C4 / ë-C4 – Model Year 2025
Country of Manufacture
The C4 range for Europe (petrol, mild-hybrid, diesel, and electric) is built at Stellantis’ Villaverde plant in Madrid, Spain.
Overview
Citroën’s compact coupé-SUV receives minor MY25 updates: new “Night Pulse Blue” paint, more efficient 18″ “Aero-Sphere” wheels, and refreshed graphics for the “V-LED Vision” headlights. Inside, the 10.25″ MyCitroën Drive Plus infotainment now features a new quick-access shortcut bar, and the “pop-up” head-up display is now standard on Shine trim. Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® suspension and Advanced Comfort seats (15 mm foam padding) remain standard.
Dimensions: 4,360 × 1,800 × 1,525 mm; wheelbase 2,670 mm.
Powertrains 2025 (Euro 6e)
| Version | Power / Torque | Battery | Drivetrain | Transmission | 0–100 km/h | WLTP* |
|---|
| PureTech 100 | 100 hp • 205 Nm | – | FWD | 6-manual | 10.6 s | 5.6 l/100 km |
| M-Hybrid 136 1.2 (48 V) | 136 hp • 230 Nm | 0.9 kWh | FWD | e-DCS6 | 8.9 s | 4.9 l/100 km |
| BlueHDi 130 | 131 hp • 300 Nm | – | FWD | EAT8 | 10.9 s | 4.8 l/100 km |
| ë-C4 115 kW | 156 hp • 260 Nm | 54 kWh LFP | FWD | 1-speed | 8.5 s | 420 km |
| ë-C4 100 kW | 136 hp • 260 Nm | 50 kWh NCM | FWD | 1-speed | 9.7 s | 357 km |
*Combined WLTP fuel consumption or range
BEV Charging
Boot Space
380 L (ICE/MHEV) • 360 L (ë-C4) / 1,250 L with 60/40 rear seats folded
PRO
Why it convinces
Benchmark comfort: PHC® suspension + Advanced Comfort seats absorb potholes and bumps with remarkable softness
Wide powertrain range: Base petrol, new 48 V mild-hybrid, frugal diesel, and two BEVs up to 420 km
Updated infotainment: New “Smart Bar” shortcuts, wireless CarPlay/Android, 8 years of free OTA updates
Coupé aerodynamics: CX 0.29 → low fuel consumption (MHEV 4.9 l/100 km; BEV 14 kWh/100 km real-world urban)
Full ADAS offering: Highway Driver Assist, blind spot monitor (LCA), rear cross-traffic, and 360° camera (Shine)
Competitive pricing: BEV from €29,900 (after incentives), M-Hybrid 136 Shine at €27,800
CON
Noted drawbacks
Not sporty to drive: Light steering and some body roll; setup prioritizes comfort over dynamic feel
Average boot: 380 L, high load lip; ë-C4 loses 20 L due to HV kit
FWD only: No AWD option; proper tires needed for snow
HVAC through touchscreen: Only physical knobs for volume; climate controls buried in menu
PureTech 100 performance: 0–100 in 10.6 s; adequate but not punchy with full load
Battery cooling (54 kWh LFP): In hot weather (>35°C), DC charging slows after 65% SoC
Estimated Maintenance Costs
| Service | Parts (€) | Labor (€) | Interval |
|---|
| 0W-20 oil + filter (MHEV) | 110 | 75 | 20,000 km / 12 months |
| Brake fluid | 60 | 90 | Every 24 months |
| ATF EAT8 (diesel) | 300 | 200 | 100,000 km |
| HV check + coolant (BEV) | – | 120 | Every 24 months |
| Tires 195/60-18 | 280 (set) | 60 | 40,000 km |
| ë-C4 energy cost* | ~€3.2 / 100 km | – | — |
*based on €0.28/kWh and 11.5 kWh/100 km urban
Indicative Prices
| Version | Power | On-the-road price* |
|---|
| PureTech 100 YOU | 100 | €22,200 |
| M-Hybrid 136 PLUS | 136 | €25,900 |
| BlueHDi 130 MAX | 131 | €27,700 |
| ë-C4 100 kW YOU | 136 | €29,900 |
| ë-C4 115 kW MAX | 156 | €32,400 |
*VAT included; IPT and registration excluded. BEV/PHEV
Known Issues & Fixes (community & TSB)
| Issue | Suggested Fix |
|---|
| MyCitroën Drive touchscreen lag | OTA v2.3.1 + hard reset; replace head unit if freezing persists |
| Vibration at 110 km/h (e-DCS6) | Re-center left driveshaft, update transmission ECU (campaign 24-C4-MHEV) |
| DC charging limited to 70 kW (ë-C4) | BMS 1.4.2 patch via network – restores steady 100 kW to 55% SoC |
| Rear suspension “click” on bumps | Check torsion bar torque (105 Nm); stiffer MY25 bushings if needed |
| Front tire shoulder wear | –1°00′ camber alignment; cross rotation every 12,000 km |
Summary
The 2025 C4 remains true to Citroën’s philosophy: top-tier comfort in the compact segment, accessible pricing, and now a more efficient 48 V mild-hybrid. The new ë-C4 156 hp with a 54 kWh LFP battery delivers over 350 km real range in the city and supports 100 kW DC charging—making it a viable EV for those living outside major cities. It's not for driving thrill-seekers or those needing towing capacity, but as a budget- and emission-conscious daily driver, it remains hard to beat.
Verdict — Citroën C4 / ë-C4 (Model-Year 2025)
PureTech 100 6-MT · Hybrid 48 V 136 hp e-DSC6 · BlueHDi 130 EAT8 · ë-C4 115 kW (54 kWh)
Three years after its debut, Citroën’s French hatch-SUV receives a substantial update. Outside, the “Chevron V-Line” LED light signature debuts, along with new AeroFlow bumpers and Airstream 18–19″ wheels. Inside, the MyCitroën Drive Plus infotainment (now standard) features a 10.25″ touchscreen, a redesigned 12.3″ digital cluster, and “Smart Air” climate controls with physical buttons. On the technical side:
1.2 PureTech 100 6-speed remains the base petrol offering;
new 1.2 PureTech Hybrid 136 with e-DSC6 (48 V + 21 kW e-motor), rated 4.7 l/100 km WLTP;
Euro 6e BlueHDi 130 paired with EAT8;
new ë-C4 electric with 115 kW and 54 kWh LFP battery (420 km WLTP, DC 135 kW 20–80% in 26 min).
Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® suspension and second-gen Advanced Comfort seats remain Citroën trademarks.
| Area | Where it excels | Where it holds | Where it lags |
|---|
| Design & Image | Unique fastback SUV coupe silhouette, “soft-touch” Airbump side panels, Night Blue & Copper Orange paint. | Two-tone roof, floating “Air Bubble” window line. | Less sporty than Peugeot 308 or Cupra Born. |
| Comfort & NVH | PHC + 15 mm foam seats: 65 dB @130 km/h, smoother than ID.3 on manholes. | Acoustic front glass, silent 18″ e-Primacy tyres. | More body roll than Mazda 3. |
| Real Efficiency | ë-C4 115 kW: 15–16 kWh/100 km urban; Hybrid 136: 4.7 l/100 km extra-urban. | Diesel 130: 5.0 l/100 km highway. | PureTech 100 MT: 5.6 l/100 km—not best-in-class (Clio TCe 100 LPG: 5.0). |
| Dynamics | Light 14.6:1 steering, 10.8 m turning circle; ë-C4 weight 1,510 kg well-balanced. | 3-step regenerative braking on electrified versions. | Rear semi-rigid axle: less precise than Mazda 3’s multilink. |
| Practicality | Boot: 380 L (ë-C4: 360 L), 60/40 split bench with ski pass-through; high seat for easy access. | 26 cm more rear knee room than ID.3. | High load lip, no frunk in ë-C4. |
| HMI / Infotainment | MyCitroën Drive Plus with widget cards, wireless CarPlay/Android, OTA; physical HVAC controls. | LED “Smart Panel” head-up bar. | Less "wow" graphics than Renault Mégane E-Tech OpenR. |
| ADAS & Safety | Highway Assist 2.0 (ACC 150 km/h + lane centring), Eye-Steering lane-change, 360° TopView. | Optional Matrix LEDs, rear cross-traffic alert. | No Level 3—segment still lacks it. |
| Running Costs | 3 yrs/40,000 km EasyCare maintenance; BEV battery 8 yrs/160,000 km warranty. | 18″ tyres 205/55 ~€150/unit. | 19″ Aero €170/unit, lifespan 35,000 km. |
| Depreciation | ë-C4 Plus 115 kW: 70% (36 months); Hybrid 48 V: 68%. | — | PureTech MT: 66% (entry trim without full ADAS). |
Best suited for
Mixed commuting — Hybrid 136 Shine: 4.7 l/100 km, EV starts, no range anxiety.
Urban-suburban e-drivers — ë-C4 Plus 115 kW: 420 km WLTP, DC 135 kW charging, benchmark PHC ride.
Comfort-first new drivers — PureTech 100 Feel: ultra-soft seats, basic ADAS, decent fuel economy.
Look elsewhere if
You want a sportier drive/rigid chassis → Mazda 3 e-Skyactiv X, Ford Focus ST-Line (still available in 2025).
You love huge screens → Renault Mégane E-Tech OpenR 13″, VW ID.3 12.9″.
You need wagon-style cargo space → Peugeot 308 SW, Skoda Octavia Combi.
Recommended configuration
ë-C4 Plus 115 kW + Tech Pack (Matrix LED, Highway Assist 2.0, head-up bar) + 18″ Airstream wheels: 113 hp, 420 km WLTP, 135 kW charging, PHC suspension. Avoid 19″ wheels if regularly driving on cobblestones.
