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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

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?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly lighter

Peugeot 508 SW

  • significantly more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

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

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

508 SW

Engine and Performance:

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.

C3 Aircross

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Citroen C3 Aircross
Peugeot 508 SW

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508 SW

Peugeot 508 SW

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 2 L
  • Electric Range : 46 - 52 km

Citroen C3 Aircross

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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 508 SW

The 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.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28900 £
Price
45600 - 61800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1846 - 1967 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1640 mm
Height
1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1780 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
143 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
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.