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Citroen C3 Aircross vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or smart #3?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs smart #3: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,514 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 Aircross is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 55 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

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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 smart #3 offers substantially more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 283 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the smart #3 is clearly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers substantially more torque with 584 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 354 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers somewhat more boot space – 460 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,600 L, about 440 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 Aircross carries very slightly more – 462 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 holds a decisive 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.

from £34,700
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smart #3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
Citroen C3 Aircross
smart #3

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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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,640 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
419 - 450 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
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
143 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
smart
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