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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?

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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 26500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 413 km, about 13 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

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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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a distinct edge – offering 225 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is significantly 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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs a bit better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer pulls distinct stronger with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is barely noticeable lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers evident more room – 597 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs slight better – up to 1634 L, which is about 34 L more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer slight takes the win – 497 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £26,500
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 6.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 413 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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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

The Opel Astra Sports Tourer is a stylish and practical estate car that offers a versatile blend of comfort and functionality. With its sleek design and spacious boot, it caters perfectly to families and those with an active lifestyle. The interior is thoughtfully designed, providing both driver and passengers with a comfortable and technologically enhanced experience.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
26500 - 41800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
81 - 413 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4642 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1443 - 1481 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
413 - 497 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall
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.