Citroën e-C4 50 kWh

Overview

The 2025 Citroën e-C4 50 kWh is your comfy chariot into the world of electric driving, blending quirky French design with a focus on accessibility. Positioned as a comfort-oriented electric hatchback with some crossover attitude, this specific trim offers a practical entry point to the e-C4 family. Key highlights include Citroën's famed Advanced Comfort suspension, making it a smooth operator on less-than-perfect roads, and distinctive styling that won’t get lost in the car park. Expect a starting price around €31,900 for this well-rounded EV that prioritizes a relaxed driving experience over outright Nürburgring lap times.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, this particular e-C4 50 kWh variant largely carries over its proven package, continuing to offer a balanced blend of range and value that debuted in 2024. While Citroën has introduced newer powertrain options with longer range for other e-C4s, this 50 kWh version remains a solid choice. Expect potential minor updates to the infotainment system software, possibly enhancing connectivity or user interface fluidity, and perhaps some subtle tweaks to trim options or colour palettes, keeping it fresh without a major overhaul for this specific, value-focused configuration.

Design & Exterior

Oh là là, the e-C4 50 kWh certainly has a look! It’s a hatchback that thinks it’s a bit of an SUV coupé, with a swooping roofline and a raised stance. Measuring 4360 mm in length, 1834 mm in width (excluding mirrors), and 1525 mm in height, it’s got presence. You’ll spot Citroën's signature V-shaped LED lighting front and rear, cool contrasting colour packs on some trims, and those iconic Airbump® panels on the doors, adding a dash of style and a bit of bump protection. It's distinctive, and refreshingly different!

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, the e-C4 50 kWh is all about that Citroën Advanced Comfort®. Think plush seats that feel like your favourite armchair, creating a properly serene cabin vibe for five occupants. Material quality is decent, prioritizing soft-touch surfaces where it matters. Tech-wise, you usually get a crisp digital driver’s display and a central 10-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For your luggage, there's a useful 380 litres of boot space, expanding to a generous 1250 litres with the rear seats folded. No frunk here, but the main boot is practical enough.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't expect Tesla-baiting speed, but the e-C4 50 kWh with its 100 kW (136 hp) Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor delivers a respectable punch. Nought to 100 km/h takes 10.8 seconds, with a top speed of 150 km/h, thanks to 260 Nm of instant torque from its single front-wheel-drive motor. The real star is the ride quality; those Progressive Hydraulic Cushions soak up bumps beautifully. It’s a chilled, smooth, and quiet performer. Braking is adequate, and you get a 'B' mode for enhanced regenerative braking to squeeze out extra range.

Range, Battery & Charging

This e-C4 is equipped with a 46.3 kWh usable battery (50 kWh nominal), delivering a real-world range estimated by Green Cars Compare at around 304 km – pretty decent for daily duties. Energy consumption is a frugal 6.57 km/kWh. For charging, the standard 7.4 kW on-board AC charger will juice it up fully overnight (around 6.5 hours) via a CCS Type 2 port. When you’re out and about, it can guzzle electrons at up to 100 kW from a DC fast charger, getting you from 10-80% in about 30 minutes. Ideal for a quick top-up!

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

The Citroën e-C4 scored a solid 4 stars in Euro NCAP safety tests. This 50 kWh model comes equipped with a good suite of standard driver aids to keep you safe and sound. Typically, this includes essentials like Active Safety Brake (AEB), lane keeping assist, and speed limit recognition. Depending on the specific pack or options chosen, you might find more advanced systems like adaptive cruise control with stop & go functionality and blind-spot monitoring available, making motorway schleps a bit more relaxing.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Citroën generally backs the e-C4 with a 2-year/unlimited kilometre basic vehicle warranty in Europe, which is fairly standard. Crucially for an EV, the high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original charge capacity. Powertrain components often share this longer coverage. Maintenance should be lighter on the wallet compared to petrol cars, with fewer moving parts meaning less to go wrong. Overall reliability for Citroën’s EVs is shaping up to be quite competitive.