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Citroen C3 vs Nissan Qashqai – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 meets Nissan Qashqai.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Citroen C3

Nissan Qashqai

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 15900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Nissan Qashqai has a decisively edge – offering 205 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs a bit better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls evident stronger with 330 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 is a bit lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 194 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers noticeable more room – 504 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs to a small extent better – up to 1447 L, which is about 227 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai slightly takes the win – 520 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Qashqai proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Qashqai is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Citroen C3
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Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L
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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 Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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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