Citroën C4 Collection 2025: aggressive design, total comfort and up to 415 km of range

Citroën keeps refining the formula of the C4 with a special edition that puts the emphasis on design, connectivity and ride comfort. The new ‘Collection’ 2025 version of the French compact steps forward with more refined styling and a first-rate technology package, staying true to the brand’s DNA: making the journey a serene, practical and distinctive experience. With hybrid and 100% electric powertrains, and unprecedented details both inside and out, the C4 ‘Collection’ positions itself as one of the most complete offers in the C segment.

Character with a capital C

Whichever way you look at it, this Citroën is no longer content to be the “comfortable compact”. Now it also wants to be the one that turns heads. And it achieves this thanks to a set of carefully selected styling details. 18-inch wheels in Black Amber finish, a two-tone roof in Perla Nera black, tinted rear windows and the unmistakable ‘Rouge André’ clips, which add a touch of French spice to a silhouette that already looks far more athletic than that of the base model.

The available colours — Blanco Okenite, Gris Mercurio, Negro Perla Nera and Azul Eclipse — allow a high degree of personalisation, with an elegance that flirts with sportiness. At the rear, the “Collection” badge rounds off a visual proposition that combines style and coherence.

Inside, Citroën continues its obsession with visual and sensory comfort. Advanced Comfort ‘Urban Grey’ seats with mixed upholstery and details in Curitiba White, grey TEP fabric armrests and a dashboard with a herringbone pattern, soft to the touch. Even the floor mats live up to the standard, with red André stitching and a “Collection” label.

Technology on board

The C4 ‘Collection’ cabin is a lesson in well-understood ergonomics. A 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10” HD central screen form the nerve centre of the system, which also incorporates connected 3D navigation, customisable widgets and voice commands. And if that sounds normal, wait: this Citroën integrates ChatGPT through the voice assistant from SoundHound, available in the Connect Plus pack. Yes, generative artificial intelligence in a mainstream compact. Welcome to the future.

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connect wirelessly, and system updates are also carried out without cables. In addition, the new system includes an intelligent route planner linked to navigation, with real-time information on traffic and charging points.

The Advanced Comfort seats, with foam 15 mm thicker and layers of different densities, offer a first-class experience even on long journeys. But they are not alone: the Citroën Advanced Comfort® suspension, with progressive hydraulic bump stops, filters out potholes and uneven surfaces with a smoothness that, yes, recalls the famous “magic carpet”.

The on-board experience is completed by hands-free keyless entry and start, another detail designed to make everyday life smoother.

Electrified powertrains: the best of both worlds

The C4 ‘Collection’ 2025 is available with two powertrain options designed to deliver efficiency without sacrificing performance. On the one hand, the 145 hp ë-DCS6 hybrid version combines a 1.2-litre turbo three-cylinder engine (136 hp and 230 Nm) with a 28 hp electric motor integrated into the electrified six-speed dual-clutch gearbox. The 48 V system requires no external charging, recovers energy under braking and allows driving in 100% electric mode for up to 50% of the time in town. The result: consumption up to 20% lower and fewer emissions, without complications.

On the other hand, the 156 hp 100% electric option features a 54 kWh battery that offers a range of 415 km WLTP, fast charging of up to 100 kW and performance more than sufficient for daily use without hassle and long-distance trips without drama. It also includes a function to limit charging to 80% from the multimedia system, thereby extending battery life.

As a novelty for this model, Citroën has also confirmed that from 1 July, this edition will feature V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) technology: the car will be able to supply energy to external devices, such as laptops or fridges, directly from its battery. Coffee in the middle of the countryside? Go ahead.

It may not have the soul of a sports car or a premium pedigree, but the C4 ‘Collection’ 2025 has something that many others lack: identity. It is one of those cars that does not need to be the fastest or the most expensive to stand out. A compact that dares to do things differently, and which in this special edition raises the bar to become one of the most interesting, rational and well-designed alternatives on the market today.

Available from €30,350, with deliveries from June

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