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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Fiat Grande Panda – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 Aircross meets Fiat Grande Panda.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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 Aircross has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Fiat Grande Panda costs 16300 £. That’s a price difference of around 86 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat Grande Panda manages with 5.10 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C3 Aircross: with 16.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Fiat Grande Panda with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 400 km, about 80 km more than the Fiat Grande Panda.

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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 Citroen C3 Aircross has a noticeable edge – offering 145 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat Grande Panda is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 10 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs evident better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Fiat Grande Panda tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 Aircross pulls a bit stronger with 230 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Fiat Grande Panda is slight lighter – 1295 kg compared to 1312 kg. The difference is around 17 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers to a small extent more room – 460 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs a bit better – up to 1600 L, which is about 234 L more than the Fiat Grande Panda.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross barely noticeable takes the win – 462 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C3 Aircross proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C3 Aircross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,200
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Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 18.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 303 - 400 km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a cheeky compact SUV that trades bland conformity for playful French character and clever practicality, ideal if you want a car with personality. It soaks up city life with a comfortable ride, inventive cabin tricks and a look that turns heads without asking for attention.

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Fiat Grande Panda

The Grande Panda is a delightful blend of practicality and charm, making it a popular choice for urban dwellers and families alike. With its compact design, the car navigates city streets effortlessly while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. Its quirky styling and user-friendly features make the Grande Panda not just a mode of transport, but a fun driving experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
16300 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
43.80 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1295 - 1554 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 412 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
3999 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1763 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1581 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1315 - 1366 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
353 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
100 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 160 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
122 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Fiat

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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