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Citroen C3 vs Nissan Micra - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (113 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 24000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Nissan Micra?

Citroen C3

Nissan Micra

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 Nissan Micra costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 10286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Micra: with 14.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.

As for range, the Nissan Micra performs evident better – achieving up to 416 km, about 92 km more than the Citroen C3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Micra has a evident edge – offering 150 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 performs to a small extent better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Nissan Micra tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Micra pulls a bit stronger with 245 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 40 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 is somewhat lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1452 kg. The difference is around 226 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Micra offers hardly perceptible more room – 326 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1220 L, which is about 114 L more than the Nissan Micra.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 barely noticeable takes the win – 423 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Micra proves to be only a minor advantage and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Micra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Nissan Micra

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 14.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 317 - 416 km
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Nissan Micra

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Citroen C3

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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
24000 - 29900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1452 - 1527 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
3974 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1774 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
403 - 408 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Nissan

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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