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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Nissan Micra – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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

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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 Nissan Micra costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 7800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Micra: with 14.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the Nissan Micra performs minimal better – achieving up to 416 km, about 16 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

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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 Nissan Micra has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 150 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs distinct better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Nissan Micra tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Micra pulls barely noticeable stronger with 245 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 15 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 somewhat lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1452 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers clearly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs noticeable better – up to 1600 L, which is about 494 L more than the Nissan Micra.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross a bit takes the win – 462 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C3 Aircross proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C3 Aircross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,200
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Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 18.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 303 - 400 km
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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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
24000 - 29900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1452 - 1527 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
3974 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1774 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
403 - 408 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction 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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Nissan

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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