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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16200 - 28200 £
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Price
19600 - 30600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1175 - 1544 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4061 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1765 mm
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Height
1640 - 1660 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
100 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Vauxhall
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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.