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Ford Transit Bus vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 16,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Citroen C3 Aircross?

Ford Transit Bus vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • marginally more power
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Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly 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

Transit Bus

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 Aircross uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

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 Ford Transit Bus offers marginally more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Bus delivers substantially more torque with 390 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Transit Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 1,026 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers clearly more boot space – 460 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 460 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 700 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is far ahead overall 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 £16,400
C3 Aircross

Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 400 km
Ford Transit Bus
Citroen C3 Aircross

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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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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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Ford Transit Bus
Citroen C3 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
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Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Citroen
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