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Citroen C3 vs Mazda 2 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (113 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 14200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Mazda 2?

Citroen C3

Mazda 2

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the Mazda 2 costs 14200 £. That’s a price difference of around 515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 2 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Mazda 2 has a minimal edge – offering 115 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 2 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 pulls noticeable stronger with 205 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 54 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Mazda 2 is to a small extent lighter – 1099 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 127 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 offers slight more room – 310 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1220 L, which is about 270 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 2 hardly perceptible takes the win – 437 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C3 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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Mazda 2

The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
14200 - 21700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1099 - 1120 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4080 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1695 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mazda

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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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