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Citroen C3 vs Dacia Sandero – 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 Sandero?

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.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Citroen C3 costs 13700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3000 £.

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.

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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 Citroen C3 has a minimal edge – offering 113 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 183 km/h.

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.

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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 curb weight, Dacia Sandero is slightly lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Sandero offers slight more room – 328 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs minimal better – up to 1220 L, which is about 112 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Dacia Sandero shows itself to be edges ahead 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 £10,700
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Dacia Sandero

  • Engine Type : Petrol, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 110 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 7.1 L
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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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Dacia Sandero

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
10700 - 16700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
105 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
328 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
404 - 436 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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.

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