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Citroen C3 vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Kia Niro?

Citroen C3 vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • moderately more efficient
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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:

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Niro

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 Kia Niro offers somewhat more power – delivering 138 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Niro delivers noticeably more torque with 265 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 60 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 visibly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £13,700
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 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.

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Kia Niro

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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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