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Citroen C3 vs Micro Microlino comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 17 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Micro Microlino?

Citroen C3 vs Micro Microlino: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • markedly more trunk space
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Micro Microlino

3.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is moderately cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the Micro Microlino costs 15,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,458 £.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 97 km more than the Micro Microlino.

Microlino

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 Citroen C3 offers clearly more power – delivering 113 HP compared to 17 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C3 delivers clearly more torque with 205 Nm compared to 89 Nm. That’s about 116 Nm more.

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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 more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Micro Microlino is clearly lighter – 596 kg compared to 1,226 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 offers markedly more boot space – 310 L compared to 230 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 carries considerably more – 423 kg compared to 154 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 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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C3

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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Micro Microlino

The Micro Microlino is a delightful retro-styled city runabout that feels like a modern reinterpretation of a classic bubble car, perfect for threading through tight streets and turning heads at every junction. It’s unabashedly charming and ideal for urban life, but buyers should embrace the playful simplicity over family-hauler practicality.

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Micro Microlino

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
15,400 - 22,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
93 - 228 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
596 - 630 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
230 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,473 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
120 - 154 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
8 - 17 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
89 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
6 - 12 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Micro
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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