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Citroën ë-C4 X (2023-2024) vs VW ID.3
Selected trim50kWh 136 · 2023-24Change trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £31,995
At a glance
The VW ID.3 was replaced by the VW ID.3 Neo in 2026. Compare the Citroën ë-C4 X with the VW ID.3 Neo
The Citroën ë-C4 X leads on family practicality, while the VW ID.3 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 X (2023-2024) if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
Choose the VW ID.3 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 fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVW
Citroën
5.4
VW
6.2
Motorway RangeVW
Citroën
5.1
VW
5.6
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
8.6
VW
7.4
ChargingVW
Citroën
6
VW
6.5
Cost Per MileVW
Citroën
7.4
VW
8.4
City DrivingVW
Citroën
5.9
VW
8.1
What each car does better
The measurable advantages behind each verdict - every claim carries its own evidence.
VW ID.3
Pure Essential
- £1,135 cheaper
- 45 kW faster rapid charging
- 2.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £31,995 | £30,860 (better) |
| Official range | 222 miles | 241 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 510 L (better) | 385 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min | 25 min |
| 0-62 mph | 10.8 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4 X
VW ID.3
Length
Citroën ë-C4 X4,600mm
VW ID.34,264mm-336mm
Width
Citroën ë-C4 X1,800mm-9mm
VW ID.31,809mm
Height
Citroën ë-C4 X1,525mm-39mm
VW ID.31,564mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions and how easily each car fits into a UK parking bay.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4,264 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,809 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,015 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,564 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 591 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare passenger capacity, child-seat provision, luggage space and towing.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 510 L (better) | 385 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1267 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile rankings against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4 X
- 2nd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 510 L.
- At 4,600 mm, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
VW ID.3
- Peak DC charging of 145 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 X 50kWh 136 (2023-24) |  VW ID.3 Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.60m | 4.26m-336mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.81m+9mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.56m+39mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.77m+100mm |
| Ground Clearance | 156mm | 150mm-6mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 510L (better) | 385L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1267L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,580kg (better) | 1,787kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 52kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 mi | 241 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 145kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £31,995 | £30,860 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023–2024 | 2024–2026 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Compare official and estimated range, charging capability, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 222 miles | 241 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 185 miles | 201 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min | 25 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 145 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 46 kWh | 52 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10.8 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 125 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
Combined road-test scores from the UK motoring press. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C4 X
50kWh 136 (2023-24)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
VW ID.3
Pure Essential
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; specifications above describe your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,637 | £20,992 |
| Average used price | £14,900 | £22,699 |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
Your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car usually matter more than an EV-only annual estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance against an ICE alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Your cost per mile against petrol and diesel, for where you would charge.
Check a lease quote
Test the effective monthly cost against list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 X 50kWh 136 (2023-24)
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.3 Pure Essential
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Compare published battery warranty terms for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 X50kWh 136 (2023-24) | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4 X
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Citroën ë-C4 X
No active listings.
VW ID.3
- £26,2992025Car360View
- £20,9922024Car360View
- £21,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C4 X worth the extra £1,135 over the VW ID.3?
The Citroën ë-C4 X costs £1,135 more than the VW ID.3. For that premium it adds 125 litres more boot space. The VW ID.3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 45 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 2.6s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the VW ID.3?
The VW ID.3 is £1,135 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 VW ID.3 comes out roughly £1,175 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 X and VW ID.3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 185 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 X and 201 miles for the VW ID.3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.3 goes roughly 16 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-25 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the VW ID.3?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 X and about 591 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.3. The VW ID.3 also turns in a 0.7 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 X or the VW ID.3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 X and 87% for the VW ID.3. That gives the VW ID.3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. 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.
Go deeper on each car
Explore owner feedback, critic verdicts, used prices and battery health on the full model pages.
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Data accuracy
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