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CUPRA Formentor vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 16,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Citroen C3 Aircross?

CUPRA Formentor vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • very slightly 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

Formentor

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,303 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 274 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

C3 Aircross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor offers clearly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Formentor

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is marginally lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers very slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries somewhat more – 526 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor is decisively 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.

from £35,800
Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 126 km
CUPRA Formentor
Citroen C3 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.

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CUPRA Formentor
Citroen C3 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Citroen
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