The new Citroën C4 is already a reality, but which rivals does it face in the market?

A few days ago, Citroën made a strong statement with the new generation of the C4, a model that reinvents itself by drawing on the values of its predecessors and wrapping them in a good dose of modernity, distinction and technology. The house of the double chevrons decided to leave behind the bland design of the last generation of its compact and move into a new design language that draws on the classic styling cues of the brand’s veteran models. However, despite the personality the new C4 exudes, we must not forget a tough market that is ready for anything.

Citroën has indeed found a way to change the rules of the game with this third generation of the C4, which also borrows several aspects from the first model. The technological arsenal that the French compact, now more crossover-like, promises is also a point in its favour, but which competitor is set to challenge the new C4?

Toyota C-HR

Toyota has been playing in the hybrid league for years, which has given it enough standing to be one of the brands that dominates this terrain best. Now, the Citroën C4 arrives with a 100% electric variant and, although the Toyota C-HR currently combines an electric motor with a combustion engine, it presents itself as a tough rival to the French car.

Under the skin we find an appealing pairing of a 98 CV four-cylinder engine and a 72 CV electric motor, which together produce a total output of 122 CV. Add to this unbeatable fuel consumption that guarantees a much more rewarding experience for both the driver and their wallet.

Kia XCeed

Kia showed some years ago that well-made things bear fruit, and its latest line-up is irrefutable proof of this. Today, the Ceed family has grown exponentially thanks to the XCeed, a crossover variant that is not prepared to give way to the pressure from Citroën.

Alongside a wide range of diesel and petrol engines, the South Korean brand also offers a plug-in hybrid variant that could make life difficult for the electric C4. This PHEV option in the Kia XCeed is powered by a 44.5 kW electric motor, an 8.9 kWh lithium battery and a 1.6 GDI petrol engine, a combination that delivers 141 CV and a WLTP range of 48 kilometres.

Hyundai Kona

From Hyundai, and in a more urban way, a possible alternative to this new Citroën C4 also arrives: the Kona. A few years ago the Korean firm unveiled this efficient SUV designed to tackle the city without major complications, and it now regains relevance when we consider a possible rival to this new proposal from the house of the double chevrons.

Within its engine range we find a broad selection of options, from combustion engines to 100% electric powertrains. With this in mind, the Hyundai Kona becomes a model well worth considering if you are thinking of buying a modern, technological and efficient vehicle, three traits that Citroën promises to deliver with the new C4.