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Ark Zero vs Citroën Ami
Selected trimZero50 mi · Not available · £5,995
Selected trimMy AmiChange trim47 mi · 5.5 kWh · £7,695
At a glance
In this comparison, Ark Zero leads on value for money, while the Citroën Ami leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ark Zero if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Citroën Ami if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën Ami edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueArk
Ark
6.9
Citroën
4.5
Cost Per MileCitroën
Ark
0
Citroën
9.9
City Driving
Ark
9.9
Citroën
9.9
Too close to call
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 | Ark ZeroZero | Citroën AmiMy Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £5,995 (better) | £7,695 |
| Official range | 50 miles (better) | 47 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 63 L |
Size Comparison
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Ark Zero
Citroën Ami
Length
Ark Zero2,500mm
Citroën Ami2,410mm-90mm
Width
Ark Zero1,202mm-188mm
Citroën Ami1,390mm
Height
Ark Zero1,625mm
Citroën Ami1,520mm-105mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Citroën AmiMy Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2,500 mm | 2,410 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,202 mm (better) | 1,390 mm |
| Height | 1,625 mm | 1,520 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 7.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 1,198 mm spare (better) | 1,010 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Citroën AmiMy Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 63 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ark Zero Zero |  Citroën Ami My Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2.50m | 2.41m-90mm |
| Width | 1.20m | 1.39m+188mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.52m-105mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 63L |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 7.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 489kg | 485kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 5.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 50 mi (better) | 47 mi |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 4kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £5,995 (better) | £7,695 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Quadricycle | Quadricycle |
| Available | 2023+ | 2022+ |
* Ark Zero: Manufacturer does not publish battery capacity (kWh); omitted rather than estimated.
* Citroën Ami: Euro NCAP does not test L6e quadricycles.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Citroën AmiMy Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 50 miles (better) | 47 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 40 miles (better) | 38 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 4 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 1.8 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 71 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 5.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Citroën AmiMy Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 2 kW | 6 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 0 Nm |
| Drivetrain | Not available | 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.
Ark Zero
Zero
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Citroën Ami
My Ami
6.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Top Gear8/10
- DrivingElectric4/5
- Electrifying.com7/10
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën Ami My Ami
Citroën Ami My Ami
Euro NCAP does not test L6e quadricycles.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Citroën AmiMy Ami |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 3 years |
Buying options
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Ark Zero
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën Ami worth the extra £1,700 over the Ark Zero?
The Citroën Ami costs £1,700 more than the Ark Zero. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën Ami comes out ahead overall.
What are the Ark Zero and Citroën Ami like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 40 miles for the Ark Zero and 38 miles for the Citroën Ami - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ark Zero or the Citroën Ami?
The Ark Zero is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 188 mm narrower than the Citroën Ami. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 1198 mm of total clearance for the Ark Zero and about 1010 mm of total clearance for the Citroën Ami.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .