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Citroen C3 vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (14,000 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Volvo EX30?

Citroen C3 vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,029 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 is barely more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 150 km more than the Citroen C3.

EX30

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 Volvo EX30 offers considerably more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers significantly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 338 Nm more.

C3

Space and Everyday Use:

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 significantly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 614 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX30 offers barely more boot space – 318 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 carries only slightly more – 423 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 stands well ahead of its rival 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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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 - 475 km
Citroen C3
Volvo EX30

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.

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Citroen C3
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
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