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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Renault 4
Selected trimElectricChange trim249 mi · 52 kWh · £27,195
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross counters with the lowest price, while the Renault 4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault 4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p 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 Renault 4 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueRenault
Citroën
5
Renault
6.7
Motorway RangeRenault
Citroën
4
Renault
5.4
FamilyRenault
Citroën
3.5
Renault
6.5
ChargingRenault
Citroën
3.5
Renault
5.3
Cost Per MileRenault
Citroën
6.7
Renault
8.9
City DrivingRenault
Citroën
6.4
Renault
7.7
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-C3 AircrossMax | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £27,195 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 420 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Renault 4
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm
Renault 44,144mm-251mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Renault 41,796mm-54mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Renault 41,572mm-88mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,144 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,796 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | 2,020 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,572 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 604 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 164 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 420 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L (better) | 1405 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Renault 4
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 420 L is bigger than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Renault 4 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.14m-251mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.80m-54mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.57m-88mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.62m-48mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 181mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 420L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L (better) | 1405L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 164mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg | 1,492kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh | 52kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 249 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £27,195 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £23,445 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 208 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh | 52 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 ë-C3 AircrossMax | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 110 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Not available |
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.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Renault 4
Electric
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Renault 4 Electric
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Renault 4
- £22,4572026Cars2View
- £20,4992025Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault 4 worth the extra £2,080 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Renault 4 costs £2,080 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds 59 miles more WLTP range and a 4.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault 4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Renault 4?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £2,080 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-C3 Aircross comes out roughly £2,000 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-C3 Aircross and Renault 4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 208 miles for the Renault 4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault 4 goes roughly 49 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Renault 4?
The Renault 4 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 54 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 604 mm of total clearance for the Renault 4 and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Renault 4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 84% for the Renault 4. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Renault 4's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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 .