Compare performance (113 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 19700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Fiat 500 Convertible?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Citroen C3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Fiat 500 Convertible costs 19700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6000 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C3 manages with 5 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Fiat 500 Convertible: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 performs slight better – achieving up to 324 km, about 11 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
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 Fiat 500 Convertible has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 118 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 Convertible is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Fiat 500 Convertible performs somewhat better – reaching 150 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat 500 Convertible pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 220 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Citroen C3 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is minimal lighter – 1150 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 offers decisively more room – 310 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs decisively better – up to 1220 L, which is about 670 L more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 distinct takes the win – 423 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.
The Citroen C3 is far ahead overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Fiat 500 Convertible is a cheeky, retro-styled roof-down city car that turns heads and makes short trips feel like mini vacations. It’s more about charm and personality than practicality, ideal for style-conscious buyers who prefer fun and flair over brute practicality.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
19700 - 32600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Convertible
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
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Curb weight
1150 - 1480 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
3632 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1683 - 1684 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1527 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
550 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 113 HP
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 150 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Fiat
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The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.