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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Skoda Fabia – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Skoda Fabia?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Skoda Fabia costs 16900 £. That’s a price difference of around 686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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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 Fabia has a to a small extent edge – offering 177 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs slightly better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Fabia pulls barely noticeable stronger with 250 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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, Skoda Fabia is slightly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1312 kg. The difference is around 169 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers somewhat more room – 460 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs noticeable better – up to 1600 L, which is about 410 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross minimal takes the win – 462 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Fabia shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £16,900
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Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.6 L

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 Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Skoda Fabia
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.