Compare performance (449 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Citroen C3 Aircross?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Citroen C3 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,229 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 3 is barely more efficient: consuming 16 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 110 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
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 BYD Atto 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BYD Atto 3 is slightly faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.
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 Aircross is visibly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,825 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers only slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,600 L, about 262 L more than the BYD Atto 3.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 Aircross carries noticeably more – 462 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.
The BYD Atto 3 is far ahead overall 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.
The BYD Atto 3 mixes quirky crossover styling with a cleverly packaged interior that feels more premium than its price suggests. Easy to drive, surprisingly practical and loaded with user-friendly tech, it's a strong choice for buyers who want an EV that's fun without being fussy.
detailsThe Citroën C3 Aircross is a cheeky compact SUV that trades bland conformity for playful French character and clever practicality, ideal if you want a car with personality. It soaks up city life with a comfortable ride, inventive cabin tricks and a look that turns heads without asking for attention.
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Price
33,400 - 43,700 £
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Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
420 - 510 km
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,825 kg
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4,455 mm
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Length
4,395 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
1,615 mm
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Height
1,640 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,338 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,600 L
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Payload
335 kg
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 449 HP
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Torque
310 - 560 Nm
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
150 - 330 kW
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Citroen
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