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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Hyundai Kona - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (16200 £ vs 23100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Hyundai Kona?

Citroen C3 Aircross

Hyundai Kona

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C3 Aircross has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Hyundai Kona costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.70 kWh.

As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs distinct better – achieving up to 514 km, about 114 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

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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 Hyundai Kona has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs slight 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: Hyundai Kona pulls slightly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 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.

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In curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is minimal lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slight more room – 466 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs a bit better – up to 1600 L, which is about 300 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Kona shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £23,100
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Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 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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Hyundai Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
23100 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 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
1370 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Hyundai

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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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