Compare performance (113 HP vs 70 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 14100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Fiat Panda?
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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Fiat Panda costs 14100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 429 £.
Both cars consume an average of 5 L per 100 km – no difference here.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Citroen C3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 113 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 4 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Fiat Panda performs a bit better – reaching 164 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 pulls significantly stronger with 205 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 113 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Citroen C3 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat Panda is slightly lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 offers noticeable more room – 310 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1220 L, which is about 350 L more than the Fiat Panda.
When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 to a small extent takes the win – 423 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.
The Citroen C3 is clearly superior 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 Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
14100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
113 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
38 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
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Curb weight
1055 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
225 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
3635 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1643 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1551 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
870 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
365 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
70 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
164 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
92 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
51 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
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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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.