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Citroen C3 vs Mitsubishi Space Star - Differences and prices compared

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?

Citroen C3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mitsubishi Space Star

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

C3

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Space Star

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 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.

C3

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

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.

from about £13,700
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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 206 - 324 km
Citroen C3
Mitsubishi Space Star

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Citroen C3

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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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Mitsubishi Space Star

The 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.

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Citroen C3
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
11600 - 18700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 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
940 - 1011 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
3845 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1193 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2020 - 2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.