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Citroen C3 vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 33,000 £ ) 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

Volvo EX30

3.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

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 13,700 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,286 £.

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 476 km, about 151 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.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo EX30 is clearly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

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.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,220 L, about 220 L more than the Volvo EX30.

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 : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
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Citroen C3

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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Michael
10 Feb 2026, 21:18:58

...the best electric car we've driven so far. Trouble-free, safe, tidy and easy to use.

The German predecessors (the Wolfsburg group) can be completely forgotten!

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Julien B.
10 Feb 2026, 15:47:03

A car that could have been brilliant, ruined by technological dogmatism. Ninety‑five percent of this car’s problems are between the windshield and the steering wheel. The positives are undone by a botched implantation of technology at all costs. Basic functions are hard to access, buried in menus, and the constant, useless warnings and alerts make the experience frustrating and wreck the overall ergonomics. Add recurring issues with the door‑locking system that the dealer can’t fix after several visits, a range far below what’s promised, and a collision‑avoidance system that randomly takes dangerous initiatives, and I can say this is the worst car I’ve ever bought. After several months, I deeply regret this purchase.

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Marco
30 Dec 2025, 12:53:45

The onboard tech (tablet) takes too long to learn. It distracts from driving. Not suitable for the nearsighted — the tablet’s distance from your eyes basically forces you to wear trifocals. Letting off the gas slows the car, but it’s overly sensitive and you need time to get used to it. The buzzer for exceeding the speed limit is very annoying, and the system notices changes in road signs late. In short: driving it is stressful.

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NickoNamo
22 Dec 2025, 18:10:11

Compact, attractive and—above all—safe car with a modern interior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
33,000 - 49,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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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 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4,015 mm
Length
4,233 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
1,567 mm
Height
1,550 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
Max trunk capacity
1,000 L
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
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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