Compare performance (145 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Kia XCeed?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 XCeed costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,686 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 Aircross uses 5.3 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia XCeed offers slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers somewhat more torque with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.
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 barely lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers very slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
The Citroen C3 Aircross has only a minor advantage 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 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.
detailsKia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
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Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 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
-
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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
143 - 155 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
1,351 - 1,419 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,826 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
471 - 485 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, Petrol MHEV
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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
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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
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 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
200 - 265 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
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 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
E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Kia
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