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Citroen C3 Aircross vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or CUPRA Formentor?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,303 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 274 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

Formentor

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 CUPRA Formentor offers clearly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is marginally lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries somewhat more – 526 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £35,800
Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 126 km
Citroen C3 Aircross
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
32 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
CUPRA
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