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Citroën C-Zero

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Real-world range: 85 km

This version is no longer offered for sale.

DiscontinuedARWD

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Citroën C-Zero

85 km of real range and a 40 kW DC peak make the C-Zero capable at the charger, at a cost of 1,140 kg.

April 2016 - April 2020

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Citroën C-Zero — Side profile

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85 km

Real-world range

14.5 kWh

Usable battery

171 Wh/km

Efficiency

40 kW

DC peak power

10–80% in 21 min

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Buying decision

EvCompass verdict

The main arguments drawn from approved data and the EvCompass editorial summary.

14.5 of battery gives 85 km at 171 Wh/km. This discontinued version presents a clear compromise between range and energy.

The DC peak is 40 kW, and 10 to 80% takes 21 min. A 166 l boot, 0 kg of towing capacity and 1,140 kg of kerb weight complete the picture.

Best suited to

It makes sense when 85 km of range, 21 min charging and 166 l of space fit one clear task.

Strong points

  • DC peak of 40 is higher than the 37 kW median among segment A hatchbacks.

What to consider

  • Range of 85 is lower than the 135 km median among segment A hatchbacks.
  • Consumption of 171 is higher than the 160 Wh/km median among segment A hatchbacks.
  • Boot of 166 is lower than the 250 l median among segment A hatchbacks.

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How it compares with alternatives

Citroën C-Zero

This car
Price from
—
Real-world range
85 km
Usable battery
14.5 kWh
Energy consumption
171 Wh/km
DC power
40 kW
0–100 km/h
15.9 s

Kia EV4 Hatchback 58.3 kWh

Price from
~from PLN 173,900
Real-world range
360 km
Usable battery
55 kWh
Energy consumption
153 Wh/km
DC power
100 kW
0–100 km/h
7.4 s

Hyundai IONIQ 3 61 kWh (2027)

Price from
—
Real-world range
375 km
Usable battery
58 kWh
Energy consumption
155 Wh/km
DC power
115 kW
0–100 km/h
9.6 s

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Technical details

Approved facts grouped by the decisions they inform, without raw source headings.

Battery

Usable battery
14.5 kWh
Real-world range
85 km
Energy consumption
171 Wh/km
Nominal battery capacity
16 kWh
Battery type
Lithium-ion
WLTP range
100 km
WLTP rated consumption
170 Wh/km

Charging

AC charging power
3.7 kW
Maximum DC charging power
40 kW
10–80% charging time
21 min
11 kW onboard charger
No
Plug & Charge
No
Battery preconditioning
No
AC connector
Type 1
AC port location
Right side — rear
AC charging time
4 h 45 min
DC connector
CHAdeMO
DC port location
Left side — rear
Average DC power 10–80%
30 kW DC
Autocharge
No
Automatic battery preconditioning
No

Performance

Acceleration 0–100 km/h
15.9 s
Power
47 kW
Top speed
130 km/h
Drivetrain
RWD
Torque
196 Nm

Dimensions

Length
3,480 mm
Width
1,475 mm
Height
1,600 mm
Wheelbase
2,550 mm
Unladen weight
1,140 kg
Gross vehicle weight
1,450 kg
Maximum payload
385 kg

Utility

Body type
Hatchback
Segment
A
Seats
4
Cargo volume
166 l
Availability
Discontinued
Production period
April 2016 - April 2020
Roof rails
No
V2L
No
V2H
No
V2G
No
Maximum cargo volume
860 L
Maximum roof load
0 kg
Unbraked towing weight
0 kg
ISOFIX
Yes, 2 seats
Turning circle
9 m
V2H via AC
No
V2H via DC
No
V2G via AC
No
V2G via DC
No

Safety

Safety rating
4/5

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Charging analysis

How quickly you get back on the road

Power across the charging window and stop time come from one validated data series.

Peak power
40 kW
10–80% average
30 kW
10–80% time
21 min
Underlying data
SoC %kW
1040
2440
4530
6326
8025

Home charging

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The car accepts up to 3.7 kW AC — a higher-power station will not charge it beyond that limit.

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Ownership costs

What it costs to use this car

Energy, scheduled servicing and seasonal tyres, priced from one transparent set of assumptions.

Default assumptions

15,000 km per year · 70% at home · 30% public · G11 — flat rate · All networks

Energy

PLN 316.92 / month

PLN 3,803.03 / year

Blended consumption for these settings: 166.2 Wh/km

Servicing

PLN 609.45 – PLN 819.45 / year

Tyres

PLN 596.35 – PLN 1,065.75 / year

Total running cost per month

PLN 417.40 – PLN 474.02

Total running cost per kilometre

PLN 0.33 – PLN 0.38 / km

Annual cost components

  • Energy: PLN 3,803.03
  • Servicing: PLN 609.45 – PLN 819.45
  • Tyres: PLN 596.35 – PLN 1,065.75

Weighted energy price: PLN 1.53/kWh

Public DC charging: PLN 2.52/kWh · all networks (EvCompass) · price dated October 2, 2026. Compare charging subscriptions

Calculation assumptions and sources

Applied settings

15,000 km per year · 70% charged at home · 30% in public DC · G11 — flat rate · All networks

Real-world consumption

Mild weather: 145 Wh/km

Cold weather: 193 Wh/km

Cold-weather share: 44.2% from the 1991–2020 climate normals, source read on September 13, 2026. IMGW-PIB source

The source does not state whether these figures include charging losses; no additional loss factor is applied.

Tyre ageing without mileage is excluded; seasonal changeovers are counted twice per year.

Home tariff

G11 — flat rate: PLN 1.10/kWh · source read on September 13, 2026 · Poradnia OZE; assembled from URE-approved PGE 2026 tariffs

Indicative reconstruction: PGE Obrót energy, PGE Dystrybucja variable distribution and variable statutory charges from the 2026 tariffs were summed net and increased by 23% VAT. Fixed monthly fees are excluded. The result is below the shared G11 range of PLN 1.18–1.32/kWh because it includes variable items only; published comparisons may include other charges or assume a different billing profile.

Public DC price

PLN 2.52/kWh · EIPA snapshot dated October 2, 2026 · all networks (EvCompass).

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Tyre sources

Tyre set and tread-life data

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Seasonal changeover cost

Not included in the total

  • Insurance
  • Depreciation
  • Financing
  • Brake pads and discs
  • Fixed monthly electricity fees

Efficiency vs. similar cars

171Wh/km
Efficiency

Energy consumption compared to similar body-type cars

This car Lowest value

Underlying data
This carWh/km
Citroën C-Zero171
Kia EV4 Hatchback 58.3 kWh153
Hyundai IONIQ 3 61 kWh (2027)155

Purchase price / km of range

Purchase price divided by real-world range. This is a purchase-value metric, not the driving cost for 1 km.

No comparable purchase-value data is available.

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Compare range, consumption and energy cost across different conditions. Change the energy price in the ownership cost settings.

Weighted energy price: PLN 1.53/kWh

Selected profile: Mixed profile

Range
77–94 km
Energy consumption
171 Wh/km
Cost / 100 km
PLN 23.5–28.7
Uncertainty
±10%
Driving profile simulation table
ProfileRangeEnergy consumptionCost / 100 km
Mixed profile77–94 km171 Wh/kmPLN 23.5–28.7
Calm city87–107 km150 Wh/kmPLN 20.6–25.2
Road 90 km/h75–91 km176 Wh/kmPLN 24.2–29.5
Motorway 120 km/h62–76 km212 Wh/kmPLN 29.1–35.6
Winter mixed56–72 km227 Wh/kmPLN 30.5–38.8
Winter motorway48–62 km265 Wh/kmPLN 35.6–45.3

Method: we convert the car's baseline consumption and real-world range through fixed profile factors, adjusted for body style, weight, AWD and heat pump when those fields are available. Bands show simulation uncertainty, not a guaranteed result.

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