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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Ford Puma – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 Aircross meets Ford Puma.
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Ford Puma costs 24800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C3 Aircross manages with 5.30 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Puma: with 13.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.20 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 400 km, about 24 km more than the Ford Puma.

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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 Ford Puma has a a bit edge – offering 168 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Puma performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Puma pulls distinct stronger with 290 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is slight lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1316 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Puma offers somewhat more room – 523 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs slightly better – up to 1600 L, which is about 317 L more than the Ford Puma.

When it comes to payload, Ford Puma barely noticeable takes the win – 469 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Puma proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Puma is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,800
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Ford Puma

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 13.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 361 - 376 km

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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Ford Puma

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The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Ford Puma
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
24800 - 36300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 13.9 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
361 - 376 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
43 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 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
1316 - 1563 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4186 - 4226 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1805 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1550 - 1555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1216 - 1283 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 210 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.