Citroen C4 Picasso reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Citroen C4 Picasso is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 82 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 383 of 442, and 26.6% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is joints (3.1% of tests).
Ranked 383 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 6,865 Citroen C4 Picassos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 26.6% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Citroen C4 Picasso is 22% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
26.6%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
7,800
Typical age at test: 7 years
Citroen C4 Picasso MOT failure rate by age
Most common Citroen C4 Picasso MOT faults
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.1% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.7% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.4% of tests
- Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn2.2% of tests
- Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps2.1% of tests
- Headlamp: not working on dipped beam2.0% of tests
What the Citroen C4 Picasso fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 9.5% | ▲ 1.5× as often |
| Suspension | 7.2% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Tyres | 6.1% | About average |
| Brakes | 5.3% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Body and structure | 4.0% | ▲ 2.6× as often |
| Visibility | 3.2% | About average |
| Steering | 1.7% | ▲ 1.6× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 1.2% | ▼ 34% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.6% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Wheels | 0.3% | About average |
What MPG does the Citroen C4 Picasso do?
Official economy for the Citroen C4 Picasso ranges from 31.7 to 74.3mpg across the 72 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2007–2017). A typical petrol version manages 50.4mpg and a typical diesel 70.6mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Citroen C4 Picasso?
Any Citroen C4 Picasso first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Citroen C4 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 72 versions sold in the UK between 2007 and 2017.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
31.7–74.3 mpg
CO2
98–211 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 100 S&S (16 inch wheels)M5 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 99g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 100 S&S (17 inch wheels)M5 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 120 S&S (16 inch wheels)M6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 120 S&S (17 inch wheels)M6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 120 S&S EAT6 (16 inch wheels) production up to 10/16A6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 120 S&S EAT6 (11/16 production onwards)A6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 72.4 mpg | 103g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 150 S&S (17 inch wheels) - production up to 12/15M6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 70.6 mpg | 105g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 150 S&S (18 inch wheels) - 01/16 production onwardsM6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 65.7 mpg | 111g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 150 S&S EAT6 (18'' wheels) (05/15 production)A6 · listed 2017 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso PureTech 110 S&SM6 · listed 2017 | Petrol | 55.4 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso PureTech 130 S&S (16'' wheels)M6 · listed 2017 | Petrol | 56.5 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso PureTech 130 S&S (17'' wheels)M6 · listed 2017 | Petrol | 56.5 mpg | 116g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso PureTech 130 S&S EAT6A6 · listed 2017 | Petrol | 55.4 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 120 S&S EAT6 (16 inch wheels)A6 · listed 2016 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 100g | £20 |
| C4 Picasso BlueHDi 120 S&S EAT6 (17 inch wheels)A6 · listed 2016 | Diesel | 72.4 mpg | 101g | £20 |
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. Showing the 15 most recent of 72 versions.
What a Citroen C4 Picasso costs to fuel
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- diesel, typical official 70.6mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Citroen C4 Picasso reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Citroen C4 Picasso is 22% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 82 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Citroen C4 Picasso?
The most common MOT fault is “Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt”, found in 3.1% of tests. It fails on body and structure and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Citroen C4 Picasso do?
Official economy for the Citroen C4 Picasso ranges from 31.7 to 74.3mpg across the 72 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2007–2017). A typical petrol version manages 50.4mpg and a typical diesel 70.6mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Citroen C4 Picasso?
Any Citroen C4 Picasso first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Citroen C4 Picasso registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £445 a year.
›How many Citroen C4 Picassos fail their MOT?
26.6% of Citroen C4 Picassos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Citroen C4 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.