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Citroen C3 vs Dacia Sandero comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 11000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Dacia Sandero?

Citroen C3 vs Dacia Sandero: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • slight more efficient

Dacia Sandero

3.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly perceptible cheaper
  • minimal more power
  • slight quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

C3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 11000 £ , while the Citroen C3 costs 13700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2743 £.

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

Sandero

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 Dacia Sandero has a minimal edge – offering 122 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Sandero is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.70 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 pulls slight stronger with 205 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

C3

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, Dacia Sandero is slightly lighter – 1100 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Sandero offers a bit more room – 372 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Sandero minimal takes the win – 436 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 holds a narrow 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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C3

Citroen C3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 206 - 325 km
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Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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 Sandero

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The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Reviews Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Dacia Sandero

3.3 (1 Reviews)
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9 Mar 2026, 11:19:49

Bonjour, pour avoir essayé la Sandero Stepway extrême boîte Auto 120.
Le Gros Point noir ce situe à l'avant, ou de grosses consoles sur chacune des portières passager et conducteur donne un la sensation qui ce confirme au fils des km de devoir rouler genou serré, en plus le petit compartiment entre les deux sièges et plus encombrant que pratique .
Les sièges arrière sont vraiment spacieux.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): City / Short distance
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Comfort & Interior
Driving Fun / Performance
Technology & Infotainment
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Practicality / Trunk & Everyday Use
Value for Money
Citroen C3
Dacia Sandero

Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 24600 £
Price
11000 - 16300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
206 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
111 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1100 - 1297 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
372 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
-
Width
1755 mm
Width
1853 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
385 - 436 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
67 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
49 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Dacia

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.