Summary
Arriving in the UK in Spring 2023, the Citroën ë-C4 X is an electric four-door saloon that sits somewhere between a conventional car and a crossover/SUV vehicle.
Based on the electric Citroën ë-C4 family hatchback, it sits taller than a conventional saloon but lower than a regular SUV, in much the same way as the larger C5 X, which won The Car Expert‘s Best Large Car Award for 2022.
The saloon’s reception from the UK media has been somewhat mixed. While reviewers agree that the ë-C4 X is a comfortable and efficient family car, many comment that it faces strong competition from its EV rivals, even within the Citroën range.
“There’s not much that’ll persuade you to buy this saloon instead of its hatchback stablemate”, argues The Telegraph‘s Alex Robbins, “and the range that simply doesn’t stack up to its rivals.”
The ë-C4 and ë-C4 X share the same rather affordable price tag, but while the saloon offers a bigger boot, it also comes with less rear headroom.
Some outlets also take issue with the car’s performance. “Its soft suspension and sedate acceleration make it a comfortable pick for tackling pothole-strewn roads and motorway trips”, Carbuyer explains, “but don’t make for an engaging driving experience.”
As of January 2024, the Citroën ë-C4 X holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 68%. It scores top marks for its low running costs and zero tailpipe emission, but its safety rating is only average and motoring journalists have given it poor grades.
As it’s still quite a new model, we don’t have any meaningful reliability data at this time, so check back soon.
- Citroën ë-C4 (2021 onwards) – Expert Rating
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ë-C4 X highlights
- Comfortable cabin
- Large boot
- Same price as ë-C4 hatchback
- Low running costs
ë-C4 X lowlights
- Fiddly infotainment
- Rivals offer more battery range
- Tight rear headroom
- Average safety rating for a new model
Key specifications
Body style: Medium four-door fastback
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £31,995 on-road
Launched: Winter 2022/23
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Reviews, road tests and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Auto Express
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“We have our doubts whether many will see the benefit in the saloon-shaped body style, but at an identical price to the e-C4 hatchback alternative, the Citroen e-C4 X won’t cost you if you take the plunge. What you’re left with is a car that is comfortable and relaxing to drive, and for the money offers decent range.”
Author: Alex Ingram
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Citroen e-C4 X is more practical than the likeable e-C4 hatchback, but not everyone will be convinced by the bodystyle.”
Author: Matt Robinson
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Buyers still love SUVs and high-riding crossovers but Citroen reckons you can have all that with the practicality and efficiency of more traditional saloons and hatchbacks. Comfortable and distinctive, the e-C4 X has a relatively small battery that keeps cost, weight and charging times down while the range will still be adequate for most needs.”
Author: Dan Trent
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Autocar
Model reviewed: Shine
Score: 7 / 10
“For a relaxed car to blend into the background, you could do worse. There are cheaper EVs out there, but the £31,995 ë-C4 X makes a compelling case for itself.”
Author: Matt Prior
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Model reviewed: Shine
Score: 7 / 10
“The new Citroën ë-C4 X is as straightforward a proposition as its name suggests. The ‘ë’ is because it’s electric only, the ‘C4’ because it’s based on the Citroen C4 hatchback and the ‘X’ because there’s a fastback-style rear end with a saloon boot. There are three trim levels, with the same prices between the hatch and the saloon. Whichever suits you best, then. Likeable car, either way.”
Author: Matt Prior
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Business Car
Model reviewed: Shine 50kWh
Score: 8 / 10
“There are cheaper EVs but if you’re looking for an interesting, comfortable, and refined mid-sized EV, the Citroën ë-C4 X has a lot going for it.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Model reviewed: (2023)
Score: 8 / 10
“The only reason we can think of for not choosing this marginally bigger Citroën ë-C4 X, is if you’re not a fan of the saloon styling.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“While the Citroen e-C4 X is perfectly pleasant in many ways, and offers more space than its hatch equivalent, it is hard to make a case for it over the standard e-C4. Citroen recognises that it is going to be appealing to minicab drivers who are making the first steps into EV life, but the appeal is less clear when it comes to private buyers.”
Author: Tom Webster
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Carbuyer
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.6 / 10
“The Citroen e-C4 X is a refined and comfortable EV with a big boot, but its quirky body style might put off some buyers.”
Author: Andy Goodwin, Matt Robinson
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Carwow
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Citroen e-C4 X is a stylish electric family car with a spacious boot, but alternatives go further between charges.”
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Driving Electric
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“If you prefer the saloon body style, the supremely comfortable Citroen e-C4 X makes a strong case for itself.”
Author: Tom Jervis
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Electrifying.com
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“While it is priced the same as the standard hatchback, a buyer would really have to crave a larger boot and rear seats that are reclined at a greater angle to opt for the X.”
Author: James Batchelor
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Green Car Guide
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“If you’re looking for an electric saloon at a competitive price then the Citroën ë-C4 X should be considered. However be aware that the ë-C4 X is more expensive than the Citroën ë-C4, and you lose the practicality of a hatchback, even though the ë-C4 X’s boot is larger.”
Author: Paul Clarke
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Citroen e-C4 X combines a saloon body and crossover styling with electric power. It’s an unusual car, then, but one with plenty to offer value-conscious buyers who need space and want comfort.”
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Move Electric
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The Citroën ë-C4 X is an easy-going family electric car that now has an added layer of practicality thanks to its larger boot. It’s good to drive around town and uncomplicated out on the open road. It’s not the most exciting car to drive, nor does it challenge its rivals in terms of range.”
Author: Sam Phillips
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The Citroen e-C4 X is a perfectly good car, but it is a much more niche proposition than the hatchback version that sits alongside it in the range. Although it offers passenger space, we can’t see the point of this in favour of the far more useful hatchback version.”
Author: Tom Webster
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The Telegraph
Model reviewed: e-C4 X Shine
Score: 6 / 10
“It’s smooth, quiet and comfortable, it’s relatively affordable in electric car terms and, with its huge boot, it works rather well as a family car – as long as you can live without a hatchback. But it is spoiled by niggling issues, such as the fiddly entertainment system, the so-so rear head room and the range that simply doesn’t stack up to its rivals.”
Author: Alex Robbins
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Citroen e-C4 X is easy to drive, comfortable, quiet, and in terms of looks offers something a little different to its rivals.”
Author: Peter Rawlins
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What Car?
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“If you like the ë-C4 but need more practicality, the ë-C4 X is a good alternative, sharing in the lovely interior quality and generally comfortable ride, but with a much larger boot.”
Author: Max Adams
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Which EV?
Score: 7.5 / 10
“In terms of design, the Citroen e-C4 X fastback lines add style and a quality feel. Seating is very comfortable, controls are a good mix of touch and physical and the addition of rear passenger air vents is a nice touch. The ‘extreme danger’ comes from the fact that a Tesla Model 3 is around the same price on a personal lease.”
Author: Storm Stewart
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall score: 4 stars
Date tested: May 2021
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Adult protection: 80%
Child protection: 83%
Vulnerable road users: 57%
Safety assist: 63%
Although the Citroën ë-C4 X hasn’t been directly put through its paces by Euro NCAP, the safety body says that it holds the same safety rating as the structurally similar Citroën C4 hatchback, which was awarded a four-star crash safety rating back in May 2021.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of January 2024, the Citroën ë-C4 X has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the ë-C4 X is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing whenever it ever takes place. Check back again soon.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of January 2024, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Citroën ë-C4 X o generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the ë-C4 X, we’ll publish the results here.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
EV models | 221 miles | B | 221 – 222 miles | B – B |
Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
EV models | 4.4 m/KWh | B | 4.4 – 4.4 m/KWh | B – B |
Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
All models | 22 | A | 21 – 22 | A – A |
Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
Year 1 | £123 | A |
Year 2 | £311 | A |
Year 3 | £503 | A |
Year 4 | £675 | A |
Year 5 | £949 | A |
Overall | £2,561 | A |
The Citroën ë-C4 X should be a very affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our technical partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
The electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon for petrol and diesel cars) is very good, which leads to a decent battery range despite a modest battery size.
Insurance costs are very good, while servicing and maintenance costs over the first five years should be excellent.
Overall, it’s probably not surprising that running costs for the ë-C4 X are almost exactly the same as for the regular ë-C4 range.
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