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Citroen C3 vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Toyota C-HR?

Citroen C3 vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 259 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

C-HR

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota C-HR offers clearly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

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 noticeably lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers clearly more boot space – 447 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota C-HR carries marginally more – 425 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR holds a narrow overall lead 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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C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 km
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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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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Jan
16 May 2026, 20:51:01

Great driving comfort, admittedly short trips, but above all a cool impression.

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25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 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
66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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