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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Kia Sportage – Differences & prices compared
Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 Aircross meets Kia Sportage.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
C3 Aircross
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 Aircross has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £. That’s a price difference of around 13971 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
Sportage
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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 Sportage has a noticeable edge – offering 239 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sportage pulls evident stronger with 320 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.
C3 Aircross
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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 curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeable more room – 587 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs barely noticeable better – up to 1776 L, which is about 176 L more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage clearly perceptible takes the win – 580 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Kia Sportage proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sportage is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £30,200
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Kia Sportage
Citroen C3 Aircross
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.
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Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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Citroen C3 Aircross
Kia Sportage
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16200 - 28200 £
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
132 - 180 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 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
1312 - 1608 kg
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4540 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1640 - 1660 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction 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 - 239 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
250 - 320 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 - 176 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Kia
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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?
The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.