Compare performance (113 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 28,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Ford Focus Turnier?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Ford Focus Turnier costs 28,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,837 £.
Both cars consume an average of 5 L/100km – no difference here.
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 Ford Focus Turnier offers clearly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus Turnier is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus Turnier is significantly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 118 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus Turnier delivers significantly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is slightly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,413 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus Turnier offers substantially more boot space – 635 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 325 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus Turnier offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,653 L, about 433 L more than the Citroen C3.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus Turnier carries clearly more – 557 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.
The Ford Focus Turnier 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 Ford Focus Estate packs practical, family-friendly space into a compact, poised package that feels sharper and more grown-up than its price suggests. It steers with tidy composure, offers sensible interior flexibility, and is perfect for buyers who want everyday usability without turning into a moving van.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
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Price
28,500 - 39,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
212 - 325 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
120 - 183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
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Curb weight
1,413 - 1,563 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
608 - 635 L
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Length
4,015 mm
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Length
4,672 - 4,693 mm
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Width
1,755 mm
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Height
1,567 mm
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Height
1,459 - 1,504 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,653 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
523 - 557 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, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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
115 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 12.1 s
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Max Speed
184 - 250 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Ford
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