Citroen C4 Grand Picasso reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Citroen C4 Grand Picasso is a mpv / people carrier. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 72 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 420 of 442, and 37.2% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is joints (5.3% of tests).
Ranked 420 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 20 of 20 people carriers
In 2024, 19,110 Citroen C4 Grand Picassos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 37.2% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso is 39% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
37.2%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
9,300
Typical age at test: 7 years
Citroen C4 Grand Picasso MOT failure rate by age
Most common Citroen C4 Grand Picasso MOT faults
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.3% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick4.8% of tests
- Headlamp: not working on dipped beam3.9% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.6% of tests
- Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps3.4% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn3.0% of tests
What the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 16.8% | ▲ 1.8× as often |
| Suspension | 10.1% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Tyres | 8.6% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Brakes | 8.5% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Body and structure | 7.2% | ▲ 2.8× as often |
| Visibility | 5.3% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Steering | 3.1% | ▲ 1.9× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.6% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 1.2% | ▲ 1.8× as often |
| Wheels | 0.5% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
What MPG does the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso do?
Official economy for the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso ranges from 31.7 to 74.3mpg across the 85 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2007–2023). A typical petrol version manages 54.3mpg and a typical diesel 68.9mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?
Any Citroen C4 Grand Picasso first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Citroen C4 Grand Picasso registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £445 a year.
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Official figures for 85 versions sold in the UK between 2007 and 2023.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
31.7–74.3 mpg
CO2
98–211 g/km
Power
131–163 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 130 S&S 6 speed manual131 PS · M6 · listed 2023 | Diesel | 62.4 mpg | 119g | £200 | 29% |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 130 S&S EAT8 auto131 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Diesel | 57.8 mpg | 128g | £200 | 31% |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer PureTech 130 S&S 6 speed manual131 PS · M6 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 48.2 mpg | 133g | £200 | 32% |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer PureTech 130 S&S EAT8 auto131 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 45.3 mpg | 142g | £200 | 34% |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 130 S&S EAT8131 PS · A8 · listed 2019 | Diesel | – | – | – | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 160 S&S EAT8 auto163 PS · A8 · listed 2019 | Diesel | – | – | – | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer PureTech 130 EAT8131 PS · A8 · listed 2019 | Petrol | – | – | – | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer PureTech 130 manual131 PS · M6 · listed 2019 | Petrol | – | – | – | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 120 S&S (16 inch wheels)M6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 70.6 mpg | 105g | £200 | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 120 S&S (17 inch wheels)M6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 70.6 mpg | 106g | £200 | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 120 S&S EAT6 (11/16 production onwards)A6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 70.6 mpg | 106g | £200 | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 160 S&S EAT8 (18'' wheels)A8 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 58.9 mpg | 127g | £200 | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 130 S&SM6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 68.9 mpg | 106g | £200 | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 160 S&S EAT8 (17'' wheels)A8 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 60.1 mpg | 123g | £200 | – |
| Grand C4 SpaceTourer BlueHDi 130 S&S (from 11/2018)M6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 68.9 mpg | 108g | £200 | – |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 85 versions.
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- diesel, typical official 68.9mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso is 39% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 72 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?
The most common MOT fault is “Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt”, found in 5.3% of tests. It fails on body and structure and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso do?
Official economy for the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso ranges from 31.7 to 74.3mpg across the 85 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2007–2023). A typical petrol version manages 54.3mpg and a typical diesel 68.9mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?
Any Citroen C4 Grand Picasso first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Citroen C4 Grand Picasso registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £445 a year.
›How many Citroen C4 Grand Picassos fail their MOT?
37.2% of Citroen C4 Grand Picassos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.