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Citroen C3 Aircross vs BYD Atto 3 comparison
Compare performance (145 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or BYD Atto 3?
Citroen C3 Aircross vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
C3 Aircross
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,114 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 Aircross is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Atto 3. That’s a difference of about 0.3 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.
Atto 3
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 BYD Atto 3 offers significantly 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.
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.
C3 Aircross
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 Aircross is significantly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 568 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers marginally more boot space – 490 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries a bit more – 530 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
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BYD Atto 3
Citroen C3 Aircross
BYD Atto 3
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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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BYD Atto 3
The BYD Atto 3 is an electric crossover that blends a distinctive, modern design with a comfortable, well-equipped cabin suited to everyday family use. It offers a relaxed, smooth driving feel and practical running costs, making it a sensible choice if you want an uncomplicated, value-focused EV.
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Citroen C3 Aircross
BYD Atto 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
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Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
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Electric Range
470 - 510 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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co2
0 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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
530 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
313 - 449 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
230 - 330 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
BYD
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