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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Hyundai Kona?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Hyundai Kona

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  • markedly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • a bit more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C3 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Hyundai Kona costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 110 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

Kona

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Kona offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers moderately more torque with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 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 only slightly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers only slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries only slightly more – 490 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is far ahead overall 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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Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

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Austin
21 May 2026, 19:30:33

Better fit for is 6'3" people

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TOTO
20 May 2026, 11:23:42

The Kona is an SUV that delivers, especially in terms of driving comfort. It's noticeably easier to get into and settle into as you get older. Less feisty than the MG4 but slightly more economical.

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Hans
23 Apr 2026, 11:02:05

More modern car with much more advanced technology than the S-Cross. The S-Cross is functional, economical and good, but dated.

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Gorguet
10 Apr 2026, 07:38:34

Good car overall, but the finish isn't top‑notch — the paint is very fragile and chips at the slightest knock.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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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 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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