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Citroen C3 vs Dacia Duster – Differences & prices compared

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

Citroen C3

Dacia Duster

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

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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 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the Dacia Duster costs 16300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2572 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Dacia Duster has a distinct edge – offering 158 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 performs slight better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Duster pulls to a small extent stronger with 230 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 25 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, Citroen C3 is a bit lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers significantly more room – 517 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs noticeable better – up to 1609 L, which is about 389 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster hardly perceptible takes the win – 453 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Dacia Duster shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

Citroen C3
Dacia Duster

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Dacia Duster

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 7.5 L

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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Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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Citroen C3
Dacia Duster
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Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
107 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1377 - 1455 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4343 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1813 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
450 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Dacia
What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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