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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Volvo V60 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Volvo V60?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs Volvo V60: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,972 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 301 km more than the Volvo V60.

V60

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 V60 offers substantially more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 205 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers clearly more torque with 589 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 359 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 noticeably lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 422 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers somewhat more boot space – 519 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V60 carries very slightly more – 506 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 is decisively ahead 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 £51,400
V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 99 km
Citroen C3 Aircross
Volvo V60

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 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
99 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
45 - 141 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
460 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
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