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Citroen C3 vs Volvo EX30 – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Citroen C3 or Volvo EX30?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 19286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C3: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EX30 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 476 km, about 152 km more than the Citroen C3.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C3 performs minimal better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls clearly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 338 Nm difference.

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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 clearly lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 614 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EX30 offers minimal more room – 318 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs to a small extent better – up to 1220 L, which is about 220 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 423 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX30 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £33,000
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Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • 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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction 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
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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