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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Jeep Compass comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Jeep Compass?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Jeep Compass: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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 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 16,400 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,752 £.

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.

Compass

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 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.

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.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 95 - 500 km
Citroen C3 Aircross
Jeep Compass

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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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Jeep Compass

The 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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Citroen C3 Aircross
Jeep Compass

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
472 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Jeep
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