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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Skoda Karoq – Differences & prices compared

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 Karoq?

Citroen C3 Aircross

Skoda Karoq

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

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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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12891 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight 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:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Karoq has a noticeable edge – offering 190 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 5.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is slight lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers to a small extent more room – 521 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1630 L, which is about 30 L more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq to a small extent takes the win – 549 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Karoq shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

Citroen C3 Aircross
Skoda Karoq

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Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 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 Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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.

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