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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Nissan Qashqai - Differences and prices compared

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?

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nissan Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C3 Aircross

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 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.

Qashqai

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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Citroen C3 Aircross
Nissan Qashqai

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Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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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 Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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The 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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Citroen C3 Aircross
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1640 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
143 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.