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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Peugeot 208 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 156 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 Peugeot 208?

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 208

3 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4491 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 208: with 14.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 432 km, about 32 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 208 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 156 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls to a small extent stronger with 270 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

C3 Aircross

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, Peugeot 208 is slightly lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1312 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers evident more room – 460 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs evident better – up to 1600 L, which is about 437 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross slight takes the win – 462 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 is decisively ahead 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
Peugeot 208

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 362 - 432 km
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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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Peugeot 208

3 (1 Reviews)
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The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Reviews Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Reviews Peugeot 208

3 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1640 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual 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
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
143 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 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
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Citroen
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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.