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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (16200 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Volvo EX30?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • hardly perceptible more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • evident more trunk space

Volvo EX30

3.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • decisively more power
  • to a small extent more electric range
  • significantly quicker from 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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C3 Aircross: with 16.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 476 km, about 76 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

EX30

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 Volvo EX30 has a decisively edge – offering 428 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 283 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 8.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo EX30 performs evident better – 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: Volvo EX30 pulls clearly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 313 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1312 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers evident more room – 460 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs evident better – up to 1600 L, which is about 600 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 Aircross slightly takes the win – 462 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 is far ahead overall 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.

Citroen C3 Aircross
Volvo EX30

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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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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Volvo EX30

3.6 (5 Reviews)
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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
16200 - 28900 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 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
1312 - 1608 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1640 mm
Height
1550 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
370 - 390 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
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
143 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.