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Citroen C3 vs Vauxhall Mokka – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Vauxhall Mokka?

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 Vauxhall Mokka costs 22900 £. That’s a price difference of around 9215 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Mokka 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.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Mokka: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Mokka performs slightly better – achieving up to 403 km, about 79 km more than the Citroen C3.

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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 Vauxhall Mokka has a decisively edge – offering 281 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Mokka performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Mokka pulls significantly stronger with 345 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 140 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 barely noticeable lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1294 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Mokka offers slightly more room – 350 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs minimal better – up to 1220 L, which is about 115 L more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 slight takes the win – 423 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Mokka shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £22,900
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Vauxhall Mokka

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 336 - 403 km
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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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Vauxhall Mokka

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The Opel Mokka cuts a smart, modern silhouette that feels right at home in the city while still turning heads on the open road. It's a practical, easy-to-live-with crossover that blends comfy driving manners with enough flair and tech to keep daily commutes interesting — and it won’t make you regret trading up.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
22900 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 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
1294 - 1672 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4150 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1787 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1506 - 1535 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1060 - 1105 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
388 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
130 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

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

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