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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Kia Sorento comparison
Compare performance (145 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Kia Sorento?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,857 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 345 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Sorento
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 Kia Sorento offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento delivers clearly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 210 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.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 543 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 223 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Citroen C3 Aircross is narrowly ahead 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 £16,400
Citroen C3 Aircross
Citroen C3 Aircross
Kia Sorento
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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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Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.
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Citroen C3 Aircross
Kia Sorento
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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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
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 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
E, F, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Kia
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