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Citroen C3 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Ford Explorer EV?

Citroen C3 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Citroen C3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,238 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 277 km more than the Citroen C3.

Explorer EV

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 Ford Explorer EV offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 474 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is significantly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 770 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers visibly more boot space – 472 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries markedly more – 585 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 162 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV 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.

from £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 - 602 km
Citroen C3
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a stylish and practical small hatchback that puts comfort and a calm urban driving experience at the top of its list. With its distinctive looks and thoughtful interior touches, it suits buyers who want personality and everyday usability without drama.

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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Citroen C3
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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