Compare performance (145 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (16200 £ vs 45600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Peugeot 508 SW?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 Aircross has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29409 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 SW manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs significantly better – achieving up to 400 km, about 348 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.
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 Peugeot 508 SW has a significantly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 7.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 SW performs significantly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 107 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 SW pulls convincingly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm difference.
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 significantly lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1846 kg. The difference is around 534 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers slightly more room – 530 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW performs a bit better – up to 1780 L, which is about 180 L more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross minimal takes the win – 462 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.
The Peugeot 508 SW is far ahead overall 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.
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 Peugeot 508 SW dresses up as a sleek estate, blending Parisian flair with usable loadspace so you don't have to choose between style and weekend practicality. Inside it's a driver-focused cabin with quality materials and clever packaging that makes it a sensible, slightly mischievous choice for buyers who want an executive feel without the buttoned-up seriousness.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
16200 - 28900 £
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Price
45600 - 61800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Electric Range
46 - 52 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
38 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1846 - 1967 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
530 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4778 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1640 mm
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Height
1420 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1780 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
373 - 454 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.