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Citroen C3 Aircross vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C3 Aircross is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,054 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is barely more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 400 km on a single charge.

DS 3

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers a bit more torque with 260 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,312 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries only slightly more – 466 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross comes out modestly ahead 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 £16,400
C3 Aircross

Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 400 km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

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The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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