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Citroen C3 vs CUPRA Raval comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or CUPRA Raval?

Citroen C3 vs CUPRA Raval: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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CUPRA Raval

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the CUPRA Raval costs 22,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,280 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Raval offers clearly more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 120 km more than the Citroen C3.

Raval

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Raval offers considerably more power – delivering 226 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Raval is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Raval delivers noticeably more torque with 290 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

C3

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 is markedly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers visibly more boot space – 441 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 131 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries slightly more – 475 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval holds a decisive overall lead 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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Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 300 - 445 km
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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a stylish and practical small hatchback that puts comfort and a calm urban driving experience at the top of its list. With its distinctive looks and thoughtful interior touches, it suits buyers who want personality and everyday usability without drama.

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
300 - 445 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
470 - 475 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
CUPRA
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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