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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
13700 - 23800 £
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29100 - 45500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
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Electric Range
377 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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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
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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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
1953 - 2268 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4015 mm
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Length
4488 mm
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Width
1755 mm
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Width
1884 mm
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Height
1567 mm
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Height
1608 - 1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
1580 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
470 - 531 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 113 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Skoda
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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.