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Citroen C3 vs Ford Tourneo Courier comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Ford Tourneo Courier?

Citroen C3 vs Ford Tourneo Courier: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • very slightly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Ford Tourneo Courier

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • considerably 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 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.

Citroen C3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the Ford Tourneo Courier costs 21,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,852 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 uses 5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Ford Tourneo Courier with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.9 kWh/100km for the Ford Tourneo Courier. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 5 km more than the Ford Tourneo Courier.

Tourneo Courier

Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Tourneo Courier offers somewhat more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Tourneo Courier delivers markedly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

C3

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is noticeably lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 291 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Courier offers considerably more boot space – 570 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Tourneo Courier carries slightly more – 483 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 sits just 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.

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C3

Citroen C3

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 212 - 325 km
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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 Tourneo Courier

The Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.

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4 Jul 2026, 18:46:09

Nice car, lots of space inside and a practical car for everyday use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
21,800 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,545 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
480 - 483 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
125 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
92 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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