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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Kia Sportage comparison
Compare performance (145 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Kia Sportage?
Citroen C3 Aircross vs Kia Sportage: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,686 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 334 km more than the Kia Sportage.
Sportage
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 Kia Sportage offers clearly 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 Sportage is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.
C3 Aircross
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeably more boot space – 587 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries visibly more – 580 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia Sportage holds a decisive overall lead 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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Kia Sportage
Citroen C3 Aircross
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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 Sportage
The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.
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Citroen C3 Aircross
Kia Sportage
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 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
63 - 66 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
67 - 177 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
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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
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,865 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
533 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 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
250 - 380 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
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 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
F, D, E, G, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Kia
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