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Citroen C3 vs Peugeot 3008 – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C3 meets Peugeot 3008.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 3008 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 21437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 3008 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 2.60 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 barely noticeable more efficient than the Peugeot 3008 with 16.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 3008 performs clearly better – achieving up to 698 km, about 374 km more than the Citroen C3.

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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 Peugeot 3008 has a convincingly edge – offering 325 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 3008 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 3008 performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 3008 pulls clearly stronger with 511 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 306 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1648 kg. The difference is around 422 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 3008 offers clearly more room – 520 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 3008 performs slightly better – up to 1480 L, which is about 260 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 3008 hardly perceptible takes the win – 467 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 3008 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 3008 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Peugeot 3008

  • 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 : 2.4 - 5.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.9 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 698 km

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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Peugeot 3008

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The Peugeot 3008 blends bold French styling with a surprisingly grown-up interior that makes even dull commutes feel a little bit special. Practical enough for family life yet lively to drive, it’s a clever all‑rounder that stands out from the crossover crowd without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
35100 - 52000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 5.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
81 - 698 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 121 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
1648 - 2266 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 520 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4542 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1641 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1430 - 1480 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
432 - 467 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction 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 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 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 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.