Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi vs Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 8.4 s Runner-up: 9.3 s
Power winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 160 hp Runner-up: 156 hp
Cargo winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 395 L Runner-up: 380 L
Price winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi $25,900 Runner-up: $35,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi against the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.4 seconds, compared with 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the higher listed output at 160 hp; 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is rated at 156 hp, a difference of 4 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric at 260 Nm and 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi at 253 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 395 litres versus 380 litres, a difference of 15 litres. 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is 50 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 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the lower listed starting price at $25,900, compared with $35,500 for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 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 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.4 s9.3 s
Top Speed210 km/h150 km/h
Power160 hp156 hp
Torque253 Nm260 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range420 km
Battery54 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L
Efficiency6.6 L/100km12.9 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions150 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,310 mm4,360 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm156 mm
Cargo395 L380 L
Curb Weight1,355 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.7 m
Starting MSRP$25,900$35,500

Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi vs Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.4 seconds, versus 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has more power at 160 hp, a 4 hp advantage over 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has more listed cargo space at 395 litres (13.9 cu ft), versus 380 litres (13.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is heavier at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), while 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is listed at 1,355 kg (2,987 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $25,900 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 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 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.