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Citroen C3 vs Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 meets Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé costs 97200 £. That’s a price difference of around 83506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C3 manages with 5 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé with 9.50 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C3 performs significantly better – achieving up to 324 km, about 313 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé.

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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 Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé has a decisively edge – offering 843 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 730 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 7 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé performs decisively better – reaching 316 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 133 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé pulls significantly stronger with 1470 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 1265 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.

Seats: Citroen C3 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 is clearly lighter – 1226 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 814 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé offers clearly perceptible more room – 461 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé to a small extent takes the win – 510 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 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.

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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

Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 exudes a quirky charm with its distinctive design and bold colour options, making it stand out in the crowded hatchback market. Its interior is crafted with comfort in mind, offering plush seating and a host of modern technology features to enhance the driving experience. The C3's compact size makes it an ideal choice for urban commuting, effortlessly navigating through city streets while maintaining a sense of style and practicality.

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Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé

The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door Coupé is a striking blend of performance and luxury, combining sleek design with powerful engineering. Its aggressive aesthetics are matched by a meticulously crafted interior, offering both comfort and cutting-edge technology. This model caters to those who desire a dynamic driving experience without sacrificing the practicality of a four-door layout.

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Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé
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AMG GT 4-Door Coupé

Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
97200 - 182100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
9.5 - 12.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
215 - 287 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
73 - 80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2380 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
335 - 461 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
5054 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1953 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1447 - 1455 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
380 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
389 - 843 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
270 - 316 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
500 - 1470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
286 - 620 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
2999 - 3982 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.