2022 Citroen C4: Handsome or hideous?

You decide!

The Citroen C4 has always been a dedicated follower of fashion. Previous iterations of the C4 have taken the form of the humble (and slightly humdrum) hatchback, and was the fashion of the time. Now that everybody seems to want an SUV, the latest C4 has taken the form of a crossover. And a very elaborately styled one at that.

Now, the thing about elaborate styling is that it's very divisive. Depending on your outlook, it might look like the funkiest car you've ever seen, or it might look like the most frightful. Either way, you're not going to miss it. But does it have the substance to back up the style?

Rebecca Jackson finds out in this CarGurus UK video review, which looks at the car's practicality, pricing, quality, equipment, technology and what it's like to drive.

Pros
The C4 offers something genuinely different to most hatchback rivals
Affordable to buy and run
Plenty of room for the whole family

Cons
The likes of the Skoda Octavia have more luggage space
The infotainment system is fiddly
Finance costs could be more competitive

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00:00 – Introducing the Citroen C4
00:19 – Styling
01:23 – Practicality
01:50 – The rear seats
02:25 – The front seats
03:43 – What is it like to drive
06:22 – Final thoughts
07:04 – Let us know your thoughts

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[xmerxmer]

I love it! ...and I love that they made it soft.
Every single car out there is super hard and roads are rarely super-smooth to accommodate that ..and barely anyone is a race driver to appreciate the benefits of it.

[whatever-xwcw]

Leased the electric version for 6 months now. It is not a sporty car, but how it flows over bumps and imperfections. Perfect in every day traffic on less than perfect roads. Love it.

[BakisProductions]

I love the design of it, inside and out. I've been test driving this car for a week. Nothing compares (to its class) to the comfort you get with it. No more pains in my back, even after 4 hours of continuous driving.
It's true though that it has some body roll on the corners. I can live with that.

Fun fact: I am on my way to order it in an hour =)

[Illuminatio]

I love mine (electric version in caramel brown) and think it's gorgeous! It's a lovely car to drive, too. The view through the rear window is actually very good. My only complaint is that the wipers don't wipe quite as far as they might and leave a wide strip unwiped on the driver's side.

[davidmill]

Having owned a 2008 & an Arona I have to say I’m delighted by the C4 and find your review a bit harsh, especially compared to the other reviews on You Tube. It isn’t a sporty set up but it takes corners perfectly well and it soooo civilised in its drive. I love the engine also - the same 130bhp as the 2008 I owned and very quiet. As for the interior I think the quality is very good - certainly at a higher level than the 2008 & Arona and it’s very well equipped. The boot is 380 litres not 308. Not as big as SUVs but it’s sold as a hatchback not a crossover, although the seating position is higher than a standard hatchback. Love it!

[pauladams]

Citroën hasn't always been a follower of fashion, it has been a trend setter.

[ScottyJ]

The C4 is fabulous, I am hoping it will be on my next car list.

[DawleyDude]

I have ordered the c4 sense plus, due to arrive in march, same colour as this one tho im told this colour has now been discontinued. Strangely mine will be newer than this but has key start not a button start.. Don't think mine has the darker windows either.

[johnwhitehouse]

Ordered mine, my back is done after 3 years with a Seat fr st 2.0 tsi . Shine plus 155 in red, but it’s going to be a long wait for delivery

[MrAndreCoutinho]

Far from being hideous, what made you think that? But I think it could had been less busy, that's a problem with many manufacturers.

[NigelRudyard]

It looks nice, for sure. I'm never quite sure about the practicality of a car with a high floor and a low roof, but there we are.

[rayjennings]

I pick up my 1.2 129bhp Automatic Shine next Tuesday. Can't wait!

[scoobysport]

Years ago the passengers would look out the window.. nowadays people have a ridiculous obsession to look at a screen. Why waste your money buying a car with windows when you can buy a van, shove them in the back and throw them a couple of tablets.

[traxions]

I have a petroleum one for some Monti’s with all lotions. Very comfortabele and economical ( 18 km per liter)

[stevegascoigne]

I'd hoped for less fussy details.. more GS like. In gold with a brown interior.

[menifo]

Why do some manufacturers think that a busy design is what makes a car look futuristic.

[stephen.]

I m french and i don't like citroen 's design since a long time but it 's very comfortable .

[simonelsey]

does it really need 18" wheels for super mini mad

[cjdwyer]

I don’t see car journalists calling the Kia Sportage hideous or ugly… conveniently has the same front end design?

[victorgrasscourt]

When are you going to try the C5x? Don’t review a hybrid though, as they have adaptive suspension.