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Citroen C3 vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or VW Tayron?

Citroen C3 vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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VW Tayron

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

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 13,700 £ , while the VW Tayron costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,516 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 202 km more than the VW Tayron.

Tayron

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 VW Tayron offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tayron delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.

C3

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is markedly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers significantly more boot space – 885 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 575 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries clearly more – 573 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.

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Jack
4 May 2026, 15:16:08

Top suspension, performance more than adequate, trunk gigantic, and the Matrix headlights are great.

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Charley
12 Apr 2026, 05:53:48

Good-looking model. Comfortable but also sporty to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 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
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
489 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

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

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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