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Citroen C3 vs CUPRA Formentor – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or CUPRA Formentor?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 21536 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 324 km, about 198 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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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 CUPRA Formentor has a clearly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls convincingly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 215 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, Citroen C3 is a bit lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 208 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers clearly perceptible more room – 450 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs to a small extent better – up to 1505 L, which is about 285 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor a bit takes the win – 526 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor 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.

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CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a cheeky little city car that turns heads with its bold, quirky styling and a surprisingly comfy, well-thought-out interior. It’s an ideal companion for urban life — easy to park, friendly to drive and built to make everyday trips feel a bit more fun without breaking the bank.

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CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
32 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4451 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1839 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
458 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
110 - 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, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
CUPRA

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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