Global EV Comparison: Citroën e-C4 54 kWh vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design
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General Info
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €32990. The Citroën e-C4 54 kWh (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €24250 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Citroën e-C4 54 kWh | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €32990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €24250 | €27449 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Citroën e-C4 54 kWh (2023-2024).
| Property | Citroën e-C4 54 kWh | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 415 km | 427 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 363 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.95 km/kWh | 6.01 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën e-C4 54 kWh (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 101 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C4 54 kWh | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 101 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën e-C4 54 kWh | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 s | 7 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Citroën e-C4 54 kWh (2023-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Citroën e-C4 54 kWh | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2032 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1525 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Citroën e-C4 54 kWh (2023-2024) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) 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 | Citroën e-C4 54 kWh | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1561 kg | 1658 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 380 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1250 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.3 | 4.4 |
