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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Leapmotor T03 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Leapmotor T03?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Leapmotor T03: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Leapmotor T03

  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Leapmotor T03 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Citroen C3 Aircross costs 16,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 248 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 Aircross is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor T03. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 135 km more than the Leapmotor T03.

T03

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 Citroen C3 Aircross offers visibly more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 Aircross is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 12.3 s, while the Leapmotor T03 takes 12.7 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C3 Aircross delivers visibly more torque with 230 Nm compared to 158 Nm. That’s about 72 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Citroen C3 Aircross offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor T03 is a bit lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,312 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers significantly more boot space – 460 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 Aircross carries visibly more – 462 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 162 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross 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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C3 Aircross

Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 400 km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

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Reviews Citroen C3 Aircross

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Mullié Bernard
11 Jul 2026, 09:42:41

Comfortable, this compact SUV has the advantage of being spacious for a reasonable price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
16,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,175 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,652 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
300 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
158 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Leapmotor
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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