Compare performance (113 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 50700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Mercedes EQV?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37042 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C3: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Mercedes EQV with 27.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 10.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQV performs a bit better – achieving up to 364 km, about 40 km more than the Citroen C3.
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 EQV has a decisively edge – offering 204 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 91 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 Mercedes EQV takes 10.30 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes EQV performs slight better – reaching 140 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQV pulls convincingly stronger with 365 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes EQV offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, Citroen C3 is significantly lighter – 1226 kg compared to 2666 kg. The difference is around 1440 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers decisively more room – 1410 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 1100 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQV performs significantly better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3790 L more than the Citroen C3.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQV significantly takes the win – 834 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 411 kg.
The Citroen C3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
50700 - 54400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
244 - 364 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
6
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
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Curb weight
2666 - 2863 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
1030 - 1410 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
5140 - 5370 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1920 - 1923 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
4630 - 5010 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
637 - 834 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 113 HP
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Power HP
204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
365 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
150 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.