Citroën C4 X
Revised Stellantis electric motor with 115 kW and 54 kWh battery. More range (up to 420 km WLTP) and faster charging than its predecessor.
Updated electric crossover with more range
The 2023 update brings 156 hp, a 54 kWh battery, and around 420 km WLTP range — a noticeable step forward from the first generation. 0–100 km/h in 9.5 seconds, silent cruising, and the proven comfort suspension make the ë-C4 X a relaxed everyday vehicle. For city commuters and short-distance commuters it is the more convincing ë-C4 X package.
Engine Weaknesses 6
As with the EM-100, the EM-115 (54 kWh variant) has a software calibration weakness in the traction battery control unit. The fault causes incorrect cell voltage readings and can trigger loss of drive while moving. The Stellantis recall also covers the ë-C4 X.
Symptoms: Sudden loss of drive, electric drive system warning light, power cut.
The ë-C4 X with 54 kWh battery and 115 kW motor shows up to 260 km range in the brochure; in reality it is 180–220 km depending on driving style and temperature. All Stellantis EVs are known for inaccurate range estimation (internally called 'Guessometer'). Winter: up to 30% less.
Symptoms: Range display fluctuates significantly, less range than shown, uncertainty at the charger.
The 54 kWh NMC battery in the ë-C4 X degrades at approximately 1–2% per year according to long-term tests. Frequent DC rapid charging (max 50 kW) and operation in extreme temperatures increases the degradation rate. The manufacturer's SoH guarantee (minimum 70% after 8 years) provides a safety net.
Symptoms: Decreasing charge capacity, shorter range, state-of-charge jumps on the display.
The ë-C4 X shares charging architecture with the ë-C4. AC charging faults and charging lockouts caused by faulty software updates have been reported. Infotainment and charging system can temporarily fail after a software update.
Symptoms: AC charging aborts, infotainment freezes, charge progress stops without error message.
In the ë-C4 with EM-115 kW motor, a defect in the on-board charger has been reported where AC charging (wallbox, domestic socket) completely fails while DC rapid charging still works. A software update for the charge controller is required.
Symptoms: No charging at wallbox or Type 2 station, vehicle refuses AC charging, fault message on display. DC rapid charging at CCS continues to work.
In the ë-C4, software updates caused a sudden change in the charging curve where charge power drops sharply after a short time. Citroën acknowledges the fault and offers a software update for the charge controller.
Symptoms: Charging sessions start normally but power drops to a very low level after 10–15 minutes. Typically from around 25–30% state of charge. Updating the charge controller resolves the problem.
Vehicle Weaknesses 4
Like other C4 models, C4 X owners report rapidly wearing brake discs. The braking system is a known weak point across this generation of Citroën/PSA compact cars.
The MY-Citroën infotainment system on the C4 X shows occasional crashes and faulty Bluetooth/smartphone connections. Remote functions of the Citroën app only work with limited reliability.
Defects in electrically folding door mirrors are reported on the C4 X. Corroded contacts or failed mirror motors prevent folding — a typical problem on Citroën models of this platform.
C4 X owners report that the air conditioning does not cool sufficiently in high outside temperatures. The A/C is a known problem area on PSA compact models; compressor and refrigerant leak are the causes.
