Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric vs Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq 8.0 s Runner-up: 9.3 s
Range winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric 420 km Runner-up: 400 km
Power winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric 156 hp Runner-up: 150 hp
Cargo winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric 380 L Runner-up: 277 L
Price winner Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq $29,990 Runner-up: $35,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric against the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 seconds, compared with 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the higher listed output at 156 hp; 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is rated at 150 hp, a difference of 6 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric at 260 Nm and 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq at 245 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric carries the longer listed range at 420 km, against 400 km for 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the lower recorded consumption at 12.9 kWh/100km; 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is listed at 13.0 kWh/100km. Both list the same maximum DC charging power of 100 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 380 litres versus 277 litres, a difference of 103 litres. 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is 438 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the lower listed starting price at $29,990, compared with $35,500 for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq2025
Performance
0-100 km/h9.3 s8.0 s
Top Speed150 km/h150 km/h
Power156 hp150 hp
Torque260 Nm245 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range420 km400 km
Battery54 kWh52 kWh
Efficiency12.9 kWh/100km13 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging100 kW100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,360 mm3,922 mm
Ground Clearance156 mm140 mm
Cargo380 L277 L
Curb Weight1,588 kg1,449 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.7 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$35,500$29,990

Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric vs Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.0 seconds, versus 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 150 km/h, approximately 93 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has more power at 156 hp, a 6 hp advantage over 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq.

Which has more range, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the longer listed range at 420 km (261 miles), versus 400 km (249 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the larger listed battery at 54.0 kWh, compared with 52.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has more listed cargo space at 380 litres (13.4 cu ft), versus 277 litres (9.8 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is heavier at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), while 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is listed at 1,449 kg (3,194 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $29,990 USD, compared with $35,500 USD for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.