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Citroën ë-C4 (2021-2024) vs Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023)
Selected trim50kWh 136 · 2021-24Change trim217 mi · 50 kWh · £32,180
Selected trim54.3kWh · 2020-23196 mi · 54.3 kWh · £43,900
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Lexus UX 300e stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 (2021-2024) 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 2.1p 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 Citroën ë-C4 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
5
Lexus
4.3
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
3.7
Lexus
1.9
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
6.5
Lexus
5.9
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5
Lexus
0.1
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
5.1
Lexus
2.6
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
6.9
Lexus
6.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C4
50kWh 136 (2021-24)
- £11,720 cheaper
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,180 (better) | £43,900 |
| Official range | 217 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Boot space | 380 L (better) | 367 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 80 min |
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4
Lexus UX 300e
Length
Citroën ë-C44,355mm-140mm
Lexus UX 300e4,495mm
Width
Citroën ë-C41,800mm-40mm
Lexus UX 300e1,840mm
Height
Citroën ë-C41,520mm-25mm
Lexus UX 300e1,545mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,840 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,080 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,545 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 560 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L (better) | 367 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 50kWh 136 (2021-24) |  Lexus UX 300e 54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.50m+140mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.84m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.08m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.54m+25mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.64m-30mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 166mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L (better) | 367L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,571kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 54.3kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 217 mi (better) | 196 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,180 (better) | £43,900 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 2020–2023 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 217 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 156 miles | 163 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 80 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 46 kWh | 54.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Standard (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £13,649 | £14,193 |
| Average used price | £14,486 | £16,750 |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 9.8% over ~6 months | Up 6% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 50kWh 136 (2021-24)
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Lexus UX 300e 54.3kWh
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist77%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag infotainment & software, real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Citroën ë-C4
50kWh 136 (2021-24)
Owners love
- Owners consistently rate the ride comfort and seats as the car's biggest strength, softer and quieter than most rivals.
- Owners describe it as roomy for a family, with good rear legroom and a practical hatchback boot.
- Running costs on home charging are very low, and owners on off-peak tariffs report a few pounds per hundred miles.
Watch out for
- Range is the most common complaint: owners report around 140 to 150 miles in normal mixed driving, under 120 at motorway speeds and as little as 100 in cold weather.
- Owners find the range estimate optimistic and unreliable, and some early cars do not show the battery percentage on the dashboard.
- The MyCitroën app is widely described as poor and unreliable, and the infotainment as slow, with occasional freezes after software updates.
Owner tips
- Plan on about 150 miles of real range in mild weather and much less on winter motorway trips.
- Judge range by the battery percentage and your miles per kWh rather than the range estimate.
Lexus UX 300e
54.3kWh
Owners love
- Build quality and the cabin are the strongest points, with fine materials and comfortable seats.
- It is quiet and rides gently on smooth roads.
- Lexus dealers get good reports for service.
Watch out for
- Real range is about 150 miles, and 100 to 140 in winter, from the 54.3 kWh battery.
- Rapid charging is slow: CHAdeMO, 50 kW at best.
- Efficiency is poor at about 2.7 to 3.3 miles per kWh, and there is no heat pump.
Owner tips
- Treat it as a car for local driving and home charging, not long trips.
- Check the nearest CHAdeMO chargers on your regular routes.
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Lexus UX 300e worth the extra £11,720 over the Citroën ë-C4?
The Lexus UX 300e costs £11,720 more than the Citroën ë-C4. For that premium it adds 50 kW more power and a 2.5s quicker 0-62mph time. The Citroën ë-C4 is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Lexus UX 300e?
The Citroën ë-C4 is £11,720 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C4 comes out roughly £11,840 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 and Lexus UX 300e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 156 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 and 163 miles for the Lexus UX 300e - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 30 minutes in the Citroën ë-C4 and 80 in the Lexus UX 300e, so the Citroën ë-C4 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Lexus UX 300e?
The Citroën ë-C4 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Lexus UX 300e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 and about 560 mm of total clearance for the Lexus UX 300e. The Lexus UX 300e also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Lexus UX 300e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 and 84% for the Lexus UX 300e. 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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