Compare performance (113 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Peugeot 208?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C3 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6977 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 208: with 14.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 432 km, about 108 km more than the Citroen C3.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 208 has a noticeable edge – offering 156 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls noticeable stronger with 270 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.
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, Peugeot 208 is minimal lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers slightly more room – 352 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1220 L, which is about 57 L more than the Peugeot 208.
When it comes to payload, Peugeot 208 barely noticeable takes the win – 430 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Peugeot 208 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 208 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
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Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
4055 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 113 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.