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Citroen C3 vs Kia Stonic – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Citroen C3 or Kia Stonic?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C3 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the Kia Stonic costs 20100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C3 manages with 5 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Kia Stonic with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Kia Stonic has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 115 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Kia Stonic tops out at 182 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 pulls minimal stronger with 205 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Kia Stonic is slight lighter – 1205 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Stonic offers somewhat more room – 352 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs slight better – up to 1220 L, which is about 65 L more than the Kia Stonic.

When it comes to payload, Kia Stonic hardly perceptible takes the win – 445 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C3 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £13,700
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Citroen C3

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 206 - 324 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 Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
20100 - 26600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
127 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1205 - 1270 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4165 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1520 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1155 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
440 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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