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Citroen C3 vs Skoda Elroq – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C3 or Skoda Elroq fits your lifestyle better.

Citroen C3

Skoda Elroq

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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 Skoda Elroq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 15352 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Skoda Elroq performs clearly better – achieving up to 573 km, about 249 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 Skoda Elroq has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Skoda Elroq tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 474 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C3 is significantly lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 727 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers noticeable more room – 470 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs noticeable better – up to 1580 L, which is about 360 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq evident takes the win – 531 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Elroq shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

Citroen C3
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Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 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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Skoda Elroq

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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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Citroen C3
Skoda Elroq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
470 - 531 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
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.