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Citroen C3 vs Vauxhall Grandland comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 32600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Vauxhall Grandland?

Citroen C3 vs Vauxhall Grandland: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • convincingly cheaper
  • hardly perceptible more efficient
  • evident lighter

Vauxhall Grandland

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Vauxhall Grandland costs 32600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Grandland manages with 2.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C3: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Grandland with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland performs clearly better – achieving up to 694 km, about 369 km more than the Citroen C3.

Grandland

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 Vauxhall Grandland has a clearly edge – offering 325 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Grandland is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Grandland performs noticeable better – 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: Vauxhall Grandland pulls significantly stronger with 509 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 304 Nm difference.

C3

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 evident lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1675 kg. The difference is around 449 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers clearly more room – 550 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Grandland performs noticeable better – up to 1645 L, which is about 425 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Grandland to a small extent takes the win – 495 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Grandland is clearly superior overall 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.

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Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 694 km
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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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The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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The ideal car for my needs. Range and energy management won me over, as did the elegant styling and the driver‑assist technology.

Citroen C3
Vauxhall Grandland

Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 24600 £
Price
32600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 325 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1675 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4650 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1905 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1665 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 - 1645 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall

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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.