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Citroen C3 Aircross vs VW Golf – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C3 Aircross or VW Golf 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16200 £, while the VW Golf costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9004 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 0.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 5 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs decisively better – achieving up to 400 km, about 257 km more than the VW Golf.

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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 VW Golf has a significantly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.30 s. That’s about 7.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 69 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls clearly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Golf is minimal lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1312 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers a bit more room – 460 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross performs evident better – up to 1600 L, which is about 363 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf slight takes the win – 508 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £25,200
Golf @ Volkswagen

VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.3 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroen C3 Aircross exudes a distinctive, contemporary charm with its robust design and elevated stance. It's perfectly suited for urban driving, offering a comfortable and spacious interior that can accommodate both passengers and luggage with ease. The vehicle combines practicality with a touch of adventure, making it a versatile choice for both city commutes and weekend getaways.

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VW Golf

Der VW Golf überzeugt seit Jahrzehnten durch seine Vielseitigkeit und seine ausgewogene Mischung aus Komfort und Dynamik. Mit seinem zeitlosen Design und der hochwertigen Verarbeitung ist er ein treuer Begleiter im Alltag. Besonders beliebt ist der Golf wegen seiner innovativen Technologie und der großen Auswahl an Varianten, die für jeden Bedarf das passende Modell bietet.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16200 - 28200 £
Price
25200 - 51600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 18.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
6 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 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
1307 - 1668 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1640 - 1660 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
431 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
143 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F, G, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW

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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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