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Citroen C3 vs Lexus LC Coupe comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 105,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Lexus LC Coupe?

Citroen C3 vs Lexus LC Coupe: Key differences

Citroen C3

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Lexus LC Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 91,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

LC Coupe

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 Lexus LC Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 351 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 530 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm more.

C3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Citroen C3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is substantially lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 offers visibly more boot space – 310 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LC Coupe carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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Lexus LC Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 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
184 - 262 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Length
-
Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,345 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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