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Citroen C3 vs Renault Express - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (113 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Renault Express?
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Renault Express costs 17100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3420 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Express manages with 4.60 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
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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 Citroen C3 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 113 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Express performs evident better – reaching 167 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Express pulls somewhat stronger with 240 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Citroen C3 offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Citroen C3 is barely noticeable lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1296 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Express performs decisively better – up to 3300 L, which is about 2080 L more than the Citroen C3.
When it comes to payload, Renault Express evident takes the win – 700 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 277 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Citroen C3 shows itself to be leads convincingly overall 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 £13,700
Citroen C3
Citroen C3
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Citroen C3
5 (1 Reviews)
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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Renault Express
The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Citroen C3
Renault Express
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
17100 - 19500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
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Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
4393 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
3300 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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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
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Renault
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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?
The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.