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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Skoda Elroq comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Skoda Elroq?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Skoda Elroq: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Skoda Elroq

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

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

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,677 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Elroq is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq offers markedly more range – reaching up to 573 km, about 173 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

Elroq

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 Skoda Elroq offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 2,133 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers very slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Elroq carries a bit more – 525 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Elroq is clearly superior 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.

from £37,900
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 529 - 573 km
Citroen C3 Aircross
Skoda Elroq

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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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Skoda Elroq

The Skoda Elroq is a sensible, comfort‑focused compact electric SUV that puts a premium on a roomy rear seat, quiet long‑distance manners and straightforward, low‑distraction controls — perfect for families and commuters who value everyday usability. Its practical Simply‑Clever touches and strong value make it a convincing all‑rounder, though those chasing class‑leading fast charging or the most flexible boot space might look elsewhere.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
Price
37,900 - 45,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
529 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
2,133 - 2,265 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
4,488 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,884 mm
Height
-
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,580 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
467 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
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