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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Vauxhall Corsa – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C3 Aircross or Vauxhall Corsa fits your lifestyle better.

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 distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19600 £. That’s a price difference of around 3429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Corsa performs minimal better – achieving up to 424 km, about 24 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Corsa has a slight edge – offering 156 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls a bit stronger with 260 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is a bit lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1312 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers clearly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs evident better – up to 1600 L, which is about 519 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross hardly perceptible takes the win – 462 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Corsa shows itself to be wins solidly 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 £19,600
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 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 Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Vauxhall Corsa
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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.