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Citroen C3 vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Citroen C3 vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,615 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers substantially more torque with 360 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 155 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 slightly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers considerably more boot space – 640 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 330 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries visibly more – 534 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is far ahead overall 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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Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a stylish and practical small hatchback that puts comfort and a calm urban driving experience at the top of its list. With its distinctive looks and thoughtful interior touches, it suits buyers who want personality and everyday usability without drama.

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Roberto
25 May 2026, 05:05:18

Una gran elección para autopista

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Roberto
25 May 2026, 04:58:36

Tiene mucho más espacio por menos dinero

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Andrzej
12 May 2026, 15:17:48

Great car with a dynamic 1.5 engine and a 7-speed automatic; a downside is the electronics, which often shut off—terrible when reversing!!! It could also have a bigger tank because it averages 7 liters and at most 700 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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