Compare performance (113 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 11600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Mitsubishi Space Star?
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.
Mitsubishi Space Star has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 11600 £ , while the Citroen C3 costs 13700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2057 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Space Star manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 Citroen C3 has a evident edge – offering 113 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.10 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mitsubishi Space Star performs distinct better – reaching 167 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 pulls convincingly stronger with 205 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 103 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is evident lighter – 940 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 286 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C3 offers distinct more room – 310 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs noticeable better – up to 1220 L, which is about 308 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.
When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 barely noticeable takes the win – 423 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
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.
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 Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
11600 - 18700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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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
940 - 1011 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
3845 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1665 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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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
71 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
102 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
52 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1193 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2020 - 2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.