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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Ford Mustang Convertible comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 446 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Ford Mustang Convertible?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Ford Mustang Convertible: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Ford Mustang Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 Aircross uses 5.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Convertible with 12.3 L/100km. The difference is about 7 L/100km.

Mustang Convertible

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 Ford Mustang Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 446 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 301 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 540 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Citroen C3 Aircross offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,876 kg. The difference is around 564 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 Aircross carries noticeably more – 462 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross 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 £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
Citroen C3 Aircross
Ford Mustang Convertible

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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 Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Ford Mustang Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 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
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
280 - 282 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,916 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
319 - 324 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
446 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
328 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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