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Citroen C3 vs Renault Kangoo - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (113 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Renault Kangoo?
C3
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C3 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Renault Kangoo costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12009 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C3 manages with 5 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.20 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 clearly perceptible more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 20.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 324 km, about 39 km more than the Renault Kangoo.
Kangoo
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 Renault Kangoo has a to a small extent edge – offering 130 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C3 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.60 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Kangoo performs barely noticeable better – reaching 135 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Kangoo pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 270 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.
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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.
Seats: Renault Kangoo offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Citroen C3 is noticeable lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1489 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers clearly more room – 950 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 640 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo performs clearly better – up to 3050 L, which is about 1830 L more than the Citroen C3.
When it comes to payload, Renault Kangoo noticeable takes the win – 610 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 187 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Renault Kangoo shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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 £25,700
Renault Kangoo
Citroen C3
Renault Kangoo
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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 Kangoo
The Renault Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.
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Citroen C3
Renault Kangoo
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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Price
25700 - 36200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
278 - 285 km
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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
0 - 168 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
1489 - 2041 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
4486 - 4911 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1860 - 1919 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3050 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
459 - 610 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual 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
95 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
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Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 135 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
240 - 270 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
70 - 96 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
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, 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.