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Citroen C3 vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Renault Austral?

Citroen C3 vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Citroen C3

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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Renault Austral

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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

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

C3

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,209 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Austral uses 4.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Austral

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 Renault Austral offers significantly more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Austral is noticeably faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Austral delivers visibly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

C3

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is markedly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers significantly more boot space – 527 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,736 L, about 516 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries slightly more – 477 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral has the upper hand 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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Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 - 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
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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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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Citroen C3
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
109 - 145 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
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,548 - 1,613 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
527 L
Length
4,015 mm
Length
4,533 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,567 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
455 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
148 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
109 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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