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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Peugeot Expert Bus comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Peugeot Expert Bus?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Peugeot Expert Bus: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Peugeot Expert Bus

  • slightly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Bus costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,920 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 Aircross uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Expert Bus

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 Expert Bus offers slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Expert Bus is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Bus delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 686 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers considerably more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 3,037 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries clearly more – 942 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 480 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Expert Bus stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Expert Bus

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 7 L/100km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.

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Mullié Bernard
11 Jul 2026, 09:42:41

Comfortable, this compact SUV has the advantage of being spacious for a reasonable price.

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The Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.

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Peugeot Expert Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
182 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
921 - 942 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
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
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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