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Citroën Ami vs Micro Microlino
Selected trimMy AmiChange trim47 mi · 5.5 kWh · £7,695
Selected trimLiteChange trim110 mi · 10.5 kWh · £16,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën Ami counters with the lowest price, while the Micro Microlino leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Micro Microlino if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Micro Microlino leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
4.5
Micro
4.3
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMicro
Citroën
2.7
Micro
8
FamilyMicro
Citroën
1.6
Micro
3.6
ChargingMicro
Citroën
1.2
Micro
7.3
Cost Per Mile
Citroën
9.9
Micro
9.9
Too close to call
City Driving
Citroën
9.9
Micro
9.8
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 | Citroën AmiMy Ami | Micro MicrolinoLite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,695 (better) | £16,990 |
| Official range | 47 miles | 110 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 63 L | 230 L (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën Ami
Micro Microlino
Length
Citroën Ami2,410mm-109mm
Micro Microlino2,519mm
Width
Citroën Ami1,390mm-83mm
Micro Microlino1,473mm
Height
Citroën Ami1,520mm
Micro Microlino1,501mm-19mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën AmiMy Ami | Micro MicrolinoLite |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2,410 mm | 2,519 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,390 mm (better) | 1,473 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,501 mm |
| Turning circle | 7.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 1,010 mm spare (better) | 927 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën AmiMy Ami | Micro MicrolinoLite |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 63 L | 230 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën Ami My Ami |  Micro Microlino Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2.41m | 2.52m+109mm |
| Width | 1.39m | 1.47m+83mm |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.50m-19mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 1.57m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 63L | 230L (better) |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 7.2m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 485kg (better) | 513kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 5.5kWh | 10.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 47 mi | 110 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 4kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £7,695 (better) | £16,990 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Quadricycle | Quadricycle |
| Available | 2022+ | 2024+ |
* Citroën Ami: Euro NCAP does not test L6e quadricycles.
* Micro Microlino: Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën AmiMy Ami | Micro MicrolinoLite |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 47 miles | 110 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 38 miles | 92 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 4 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 1.8 kW | 2.2 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 71 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 5.5 kWh | 10.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën AmiMy Ami | Micro MicrolinoLite |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 kW | 6 kW |
| Torque | 0 Nm | 18 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën Ami
My Ami
6.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- DrivingElectric4/5
- Top Gear8/10
- Electrifying.com7/10
Micro Microlino
Lite
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën Ami My Ami
Citroën Ami My Ami
Euro NCAP does not test L6e quadricycles.
Euro NCAP - Micro Microlino Lite
Micro Microlino Lite
Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën AmiMy Ami | Micro MicrolinoLite |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 3 years | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Micro Microlino worth the extra £9,295 over the Citroën Ami?
The Micro Microlino costs £9,295 more than the Citroën Ami. For that premium it adds 63 miles more WLTP range and 167 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Micro Microlino comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën Ami or the Micro Microlino?
The Citroën Ami is £9,295 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £64 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën Ami comes out roughly £9,215 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 Ami and Micro Microlino like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 38 miles for the Citroën Ami and 92 miles for the Micro Microlino - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Micro Microlino goes roughly 54 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën Ami or the Micro Microlino?
The Citroën Ami is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 83 mm narrower than the Micro Microlino. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 1010 mm of total clearance for the Citroën Ami and about 927 mm of total clearance for the Micro Microlino.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën Ami or the Micro Microlino?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën Ami and 84% for the Micro Microlino. That gives the Citroën Ami a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën Ami's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Micro Microlino'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 .