Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 vs Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) for as low as €14900, while the Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) begins at €23359.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is a Liftback, whereas the Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2022-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Spain |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €14900 | €23359 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022).
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 274 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 311 km | 360 km |
| Range (GCC) | 262 km | 311 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40.4 kWh | 50 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 38.3 kWh | 46.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.84 km/kWh | 6.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 101 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 101 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 295 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 10 s |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 2.6 |
Dimensions
The Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm | 2032 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh (2022-2024) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | Citroën e-C4 X 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1602 kg | 1584 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 357 l | 510 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1417 l | 1360 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.7 |
