Compare performance (145 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Renault Express?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 Aircross is marginally cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Renault Express costs 17,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 934 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
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 Citroen C3 Aircross offers visibly more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Express is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 11.9 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Renault Express is slightly faster – reaching 167 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Express delivers marginally more torque with 240 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Citroen C3 Aircross offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is only slightly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,312 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Express offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,300 L, about 1,700 L more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 238 kg.
The Citroen C3 Aircross holds a solid overall lead 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,395 mm
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Length
4,393 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
1,640 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,600 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 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
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Renault
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