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Citroen C3 Aircross vs MINI Aceman comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or MINI Aceman?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs MINI Aceman: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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MINI Aceman

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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,552 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers moderately more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 45 km more than the MINI Aceman.

Aceman

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 MINI Aceman offers considerably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Aceman delivers markedly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is visibly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 408 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Aceman carries somewhat more – 530 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman 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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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 km
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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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Reviews Citroen C3 Aircross

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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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Amazing interior, sporty-funky exterior, great handles, good amount of power.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
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
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,754 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
450 - 530 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
184 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
MINI
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

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

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