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 Ami has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 6800 £, while the Suzuki Ignis costs 15600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8760 £.
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 Suzuki Ignis has a decisively edge – offering 83 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Suzuki Ignis performs convincingly better – reaching 165 km/h, while the Citroen Ami tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Suzuki Ignis pulls decisively stronger with 107 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 67 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Suzuki Ignis offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Citroen Ami is significantly lighter – 470 kg compared to 935 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Ignis offers decisively more room – 267 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.
When it comes to payload, Suzuki Ignis decisively takes the win – 395 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.
Overall, the Suzuki Ignis shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Citroën Ami is a cheeky, ultra-compact city runabout that turns parking into a non-event and makes traffic feel almost friendly. It won't thrill you with speed or luxury, but as an economical, fuss-free way to nip around town and save on congestion, it's a clever little solution for urban life—with personality to spare.
detailsThe Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
6800 - 8200 £
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Price
15600 - 19500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
5.40 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
110 - 122 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
470 - 483 kg
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Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
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Length
2460 mm
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Length
3700 mm
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Width
1390 mm
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Width
1690 mm
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Height
1525 mm
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Height
1605 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1086 - 1100 L
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Payload
217 - 230 kg
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Payload
335 - 395 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
83 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
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Max Speed
45 km/h
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Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
107 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
61 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1197 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2020
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Suzuki
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The Citroen Ami is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.