Citroën C4
PSA electric motor with 100 kW peak power and 50 kWh battery. Around 350 km WLTP range. Low maintenance, good everyday suitability for city use.
Electric C4
136 hp electric in the ë-C4 — silent gliding, instant torque, ideal in the city.
Engine Weaknesses 6
Some ë-C4/ë-Berlingo units show a state of health below 100% straight from the factory. The usable capacity of the nominally 50 kWh battery is realistically only around 45 kWh. In winter, range drops to 60–70% of the rated figure. Annual degradation rate approximately 1–2%.
Symptoms: Significantly lower range than stated, range estimate unreliable.
Stellantis recalled ë-C4 and ë-Berlingo vehicles due to faulty software calibration in the traction battery control unit. The fault causes incorrect cell voltage or temperature readings and can trigger loss of drive while moving. A software update at the dealership is required.
Symptoms: Sudden loss of drive while moving, warning message 'electric traction system'.
Some ë-C4 owners report problems with AC charging (Type 2) while DC CCS charging works. Software updates can temporarily disable charging capability, radio, reversing camera, and navigation. A dealer visit is required to resolve the issue.
Symptoms: Charging aborts, infotainment unresponsive, charge flap won't open, fault warning light.
The ë-C4 does not include a heat pump as standard. Heating draws heavily from the main battery; range drops to 60–70% in winter. The optimistic onboard computer display frequently overestimates remaining range.
Symptoms: Range in cold weather well below the brochure figure, range display fluctuates significantly.
The 12V auxiliary battery in the Citroën ë-C4 (EM-100/136 kW) discharges during extended standby because control units fail to enter sleep mode. Known software bug. After 6 weeks of standby the battery can be deeply discharged.
Symptoms: Vehicle won't start after extended standby, app connection lost, all warning lights active. Vehicle does not respond to remote key.
After multiple rapid-charging sessions at high temperatures a 'drive system fault' appears. The vehicle reduces power to protect the battery. The thermal protection system is likely activating. Usually recovers after a longer cooling break.
Symptoms: Warning message 'drive system fault', severe power reduction, vehicle crawls along. Usually fully functional again once the battery has cooled.
Vehicle Weaknesses 4
A recall was issued for the C4 III because rear axle springs can detach and fall off. This presents a significant safety risk for other road users.
Citroën issued a recall for the ë-C4 III because the high-voltage wiring harness presents an elevated fire risk. Affects the electric variant of the C4 III; immediate workshop inspection required.
The infotainment system on the C4 III shows occasional software bugs and dropped connections. Smartphone pairing fails, and the system freezes. Remote functions of the app work unreliably.
Several owners report unexpected suspension noises when going over road irregularities. Over severe potholes the damping can bottom out and transmit unpleasant impacts into the body.
