Compare performance (145 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (16200 £ vs 29600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Nissan Qashqai?
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 Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13414 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
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 Nissan Qashqai has a noticeable edge – offering 205 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs evident better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls evident stronger with 330 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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 slight lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers slight more room – 504 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – up to 1600 L, which is about 153 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai to a small extent takes the win – 520 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.
The Nissan Qashqai is far ahead overall 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 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.
detailsThe Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.
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Price
16200 - 28200 £
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Price
29600 - 39900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
303 - 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
102 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1835 mm
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Height
1640 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
466 - 520 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 MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
140 - 205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
240 - 330 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
103 - 151 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Nissan
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The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.