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Citroen C3 vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (113 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 29200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Peugeot 308?

Citroen C3

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Peugeot 308

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 15532 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 308: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs distinct better – achieving up to 450 km, about 126 km more than the Citroen C3.

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Engine and Performance:

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 308 has a decisively edge – offering 195 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs clearly better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 93 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls distinct stronger with 300 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.

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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 slightly lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers distinct more room – 412 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1323 L, which is about 103 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 a bit takes the win – 503 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 308 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £29,200
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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 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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Peugeot 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

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