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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Lynk & Co 01 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 Aircross meets Lynk & Co 01.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Citroen C3 Aircross

Lynk & Co 01

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Lynk & Co 01 costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 20661 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lynk & Co 01 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs significantly better – achieving up to 400 km, about 325 km more than the Lynk & Co 01.

01 @ Lynk & Co / Geely Auto Group

Engine and Performance:

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 Lynk & Co 01 has a significantly edge – offering 276 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 01 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs slight better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Lynk & Co 01 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lynk & Co 01 pulls clearly stronger with 535 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is convincingly lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1935 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lynk & Co 01 offers minimal more room – 466 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs distinct better – up to 1600 L, which is about 387 L more than the Lynk & Co 01.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross slightly takes the win – 462 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lynk & Co 01 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lynk & Co 01 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Citroen C3 Aircross
Lynk & Co 01

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from about £36,900
01 @ Lynk & Co / Geely Auto Group

Lynk & Co 01

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 276 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.90 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km

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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Lynk & Co 01

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The Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Lynk & Co 01
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01 @ Lynk & Co / Geely Auto Group

Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
36900 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
20 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1935 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4545 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1694 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1213 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
415 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.70 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
535 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
206 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Lynk & Co
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.

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