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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Peugeot 308 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C3 Aircross or Peugeot 308 fits your lifestyle better.

Citroen C3 Aircross

Peugeot 308

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 13046 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly 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 Peugeot 308: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 450 km, about 50 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 308 has a noticeable edge – offering 195 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is decisively 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 Peugeot 308 performs a bit better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls distinct stronger with 300 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 70 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 slightly lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers somewhat more room – 460 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs somewhat better – up to 1600 L, which is about 277 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 barely noticeable takes the win – 503 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 308 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.

Citroen C3 Aircross
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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km
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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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Peugeot 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 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
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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