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BYD Han vs Citroen C3 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 13,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Citroen C3?

BYD Han vs Citroen C3: Key differences

BYD Han

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,455 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 196 km more than the Citroen C3.

C3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Han offers substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 404 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Han is visibly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 495 Nm more.

Han

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 substantially lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 1,099 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers clearly more boot space – 410 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 carries noticeably more – 423 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han sits just 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.

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Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 521 km
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The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a cheeky little city car that turns heads with its bold, quirky styling and a surprisingly comfy, well-thought-out interior. It’s an ideal companion for urban life — easy to park, friendly to drive and built to make everyday trips feel a bit more fun without breaking the bank.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
310 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
4,015 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,567 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
227 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Citroen
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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