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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Ford Focus?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • marginally 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Focus

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 Ford Focus offers significantly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 190 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, Citroen C3 Aircross is barely lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers moderately more boot space – 460 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries moderately more – 560 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is decisively 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.

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Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L/100km
Citroen C3 Aircross
Ford Focus

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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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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