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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Suzuki Swift – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C3 Aircross or Suzuki Swift fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the Suzuki Swift costs 17100 £. That’s a price difference of around 951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Swift manages with 4.40 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.90 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 Citroen C3 Aircross has a decisively edge – offering 145 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs to a small extent better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 Aircross pulls clearly stronger with 230 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 118 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, Suzuki Swift is distinct lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1312 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers decisively more room – 460 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs distinct better – up to 1600 L, which is about 620 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross evident takes the win – 462 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 166 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C3 Aircross shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 18.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 303 - 400 km
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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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 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
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Suzuki

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

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

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