Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 vs Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 7.5 s Runner-up: 9.3 s
Range winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric 420 km Runner-up: 59 km
Power winner Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 225 hp Runner-up: 156 hp
Cargo winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric 380 L Runner-up: 361 L
Price winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric $35,500 Runner-up: $42,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 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 plug-in hybrid 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 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.5 seconds, compared with 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 has the higher listed output at 225 hp; 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is rated at 156 hp, a difference of 69 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 at 360 Nm and 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric at 260 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 59 km for 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225. 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 100 kW, compared with 24 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 361 litres, a difference of 19 litres. 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 is 7 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 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the lower listed starting price at $35,500, compared with $42,000 for 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225. 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Peugeot 308 PHEV 2252025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s9.3 s
Top Speed235 km/h150 km/h
Power225 hp156 hp
Torque360 Nm260 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range59 km420 km
Battery12.4 kWh54 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L
Efficiency1.4 L/100km12.9 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions31 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging24 kW100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,367 mm4,360 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm156 mm
Cargo361 L380 L
Curb Weight1,650 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.7 m10.7 m
Starting MSRP$42,000$35,500

Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 vs Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 seconds, versus 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 has the higher listed top speed at 235 km/h (146 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 has more power at 225 hp, a 69 hp advantage over 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has more range, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the longer listed range at 420 km (261 miles), versus 59 km (37 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the larger listed battery at 54.0 kWh, compared with 12.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has more listed cargo space at 380 litres (13.4 cu ft), versus 361 litres (12.7 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 is heavier at 1,650 kg (3,638 lb), while 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is listed at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,500 USD, compared with $42,000 USD for 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 or the 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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.