Compare performance (145 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (16200 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Vauxhall Frontera?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen C3 Aircross has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £ , while the Vauxhall Frontera costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4543 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Frontera manages with 5.20 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Frontera: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 408 km, about 8 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.
Both models deliver identical power – 145 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Frontera is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Frontera performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 230 Nm.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is hardly perceptible lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 460 L of storage.
Maximum load volume is the same – both hold up to 1600 L.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera a bit takes the win – 570 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.
The Vauxhall Frontera proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Frontera is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
16200 - 28200 £
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Price
20700 - 30000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Electric Range
305 - 408 km
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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
0 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
1394 - 1610 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4385 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1640 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
436 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
110 - 145 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
125 - 230 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
81 - 107 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
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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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.