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Audi A6 Avant vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 16,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Citroen C3 Aircross?

Audi A6 Avant vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A6 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Avant uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 299 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

C3 Aircross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 Avant offers substantially more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers substantially more torque with 580 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

A6 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 553 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers marginally more boot space – 503 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Avant holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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A6 Avant

Audi A6 Avant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 94 - 101 km
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Audi A6 Avant

The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.

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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.

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Mullié Bernard
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Comfortable, this compact SUV has the advantage of being spacious for a reasonable price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Citroen
Is the Audi A6 Avant offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 Avant is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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