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Citroen C3 vs Suzuki Vitara - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (113 HP vs 129 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 23600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Suzuki Vitara?

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Suzuki Vitara

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9866 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5 L per 100 km – no difference here.

Vitara

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 Suzuki Vitara has a slightly edge – offering 129 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.50 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Suzuki Vitara performs evident better – reaching 190 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Suzuki Vitara pulls a bit stronger with 235 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

C3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C3 is minimal lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1255 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers a bit more room – 375 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1220 L, which is about 100 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 minimal takes the win – 423 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

Citroen C3
Suzuki Vitara

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C3

Citroen C3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 206 - 324 km

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Suzuki Vitara

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Citroen C3
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
23600 - 30900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
113 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

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
1255 - 1395 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4185 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
375 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
110 - 129 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
81 - 95 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3

General

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