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Audi Q3 vs Citroen C3 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (38,200 £ vs 14,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Citroen C3?

Audi Q3 vs Citroen C3: Key differences

Audi Q3

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q3 uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 206 km more than the Audi Q3.

C3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q3 offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q3 delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.

Q3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is clearly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,635 kg. The difference is around 409 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q3 offers clearly more boot space – 488 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 178 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q3 carries markedly more – 535 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q3 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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Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 118 - 119 km
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Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is a compact premium crossover that blends sharp styling with a well-crafted interior, making it an appealing choice for urban drivers who want a touch of luxury. It delivers a composed ride, intuitive tech features and a practical cabin, so it works well as a comfortable daily driver with an upscale feel.

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Reviews Audi Q3

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Del
16 Jun 2026, 12:27:22

Very comfortable and very enjoyable to drive, interior very pleasant. Only missing the automatic controls.

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2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a stylish and practical small hatchback that puts comfort and a calm urban driving experience at the top of its list. With its distinctive looks and thoughtful interior touches, it suits buyers who want personality and everyday usability without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,200 - 52,900 £
Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
310 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
227 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Citroen
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q3 have?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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