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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Subaru Crosstrek?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

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  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 Aircross uses 5.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Crosstrek

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers marginally more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Crosstrek is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.8 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C3 Aircross delivers visibly more torque with 230 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 48 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is visibly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 283 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries marginally more – 505 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross 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 £16,400
C3 Aircross

Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 400 km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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