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Citroen C3 vs Omoda 5 comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Omoda 5?

Citroen C3 vs Omoda 5: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space

Omoda 5

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

C3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Omoda 5 costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 uses 5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Omoda 5 with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

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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 Omoda 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Omoda 5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Omoda 5 is visibly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 88 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Omoda 5 delivers clearly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

C3

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.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 offers substantially more boot space – 310 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,220 L, about 145 L more than the Omoda 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Omoda 5 is barely ahead 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.

£23,142
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Omoda 5

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 L/100km
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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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The Omoda 5 arrives as a stylish, tech-forward compact crossover that punches above its class with bold design and a surprisingly premium cabin. It’s an attractive choice for buyers who want modern gadgets, confident road manners and value without the usual showroom drama.

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Depending on your needs: better for safety, comfort, boot space, trim and performance — downside: higher fuel consumption.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
23,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,015 mm
Length
4,424 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,567 mm
Height
1,588 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
Max trunk capacity
1,075 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
220 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
145 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Omoda
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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