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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Volvo EX40 comparison
Compare performance (145 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Volvo EX40?
Citroen C3 Aircross vs Volvo EX40: Key differences
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 Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,057 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 Aircross is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX40. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 176 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
EX40
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 Volvo EX40 offers significantly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 297 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.
C3 Aircross
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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 728 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers moderately more boot space – 460 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Volvo EX40 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.
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Volvo EX40
Citroen C3 Aircross
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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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Volvo EX40
The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.
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Citroen C3 Aircross
Volvo EX40
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
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Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
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Electric Range
477 - 576 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,863 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
430 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Volvo
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