Compare performance (113 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,643 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports uses 4.4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers noticeably more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is markedly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers considerably more boot space – 596 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 286 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports carries only slightly more – 440 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.
The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is narrowly ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
212 - 325 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
1,755 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 113 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Toyota
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