Compare performance (145 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Jeep Compass?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,009 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 Aircross is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Jeep Compass. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers slightly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 100 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
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 Jeep Compass offers noticeably more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Jeep Compass is clearly faster – reaching 188 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers markedly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers somewhat more boot space – 550 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers barely more capacity – up to 1,600 L, about 39 L more than the Jeep Compass.
The Jeep Compass 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.
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.
detailsThe Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.
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Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
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Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
74 kWh
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
550 L
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Length
4,395 mm
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Length
4,552 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
1,640 mm
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Height
1,675 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Jeep
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