Global EV Comparison: Peugeot iOn Gen 1 vs Citroën C-Zero Gen 1
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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 Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) for as low as €4000, while the Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 (2010-2020) begins at €3700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Peugeot iOn Gen 1 | Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2010-2020 | 2010-2020 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Japan |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €4000 | €3700 |
| GCC Score | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The two vehicles are identical in terms of range, battery pack capacity, and energy efficiency.
| Property | Peugeot iOn Gen 1 | Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 100 km | 100 km |
| Range (GCC) | 99 km | 99 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 16 kWh | 16 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 14.5 kWh | 14.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.83 km/kWh | 6.83 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 50 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 3.7 kW.
| Property | Peugeot iOn Gen 1 | Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.7 kW | 3.7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772) | CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 3 | 3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Peugeot iOn Gen 1 | Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 49 kW | 49 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 66 hp | 66 hp |
| Motor Torque | 196 Nm | 196 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 15.9 s | 15.9 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Dimensions
The Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) and Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 (2010-2020) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Peugeot iOn Gen 1 | Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3474 mm | 3475 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1792 mm | 1792 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1475 mm | 1475 mm |
| Height | 1608 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume 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 | Peugeot iOn Gen 1 | Citroën C-Zero Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1120 kg | 1120 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 166 l | 166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 860 l | 860 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.1 |
