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Peugeot 3008 vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 16,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 3008 or Citroen C3 Aircross?

Peugeot 3008 vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

Peugeot 3008

3.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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

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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Peugeot 3008 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,366 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 3008 uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 Aircross is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.9 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 3008. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 3008 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 698 km, about 298 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.

C3 Aircross

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 Peugeot 3008 offers substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 3008 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 3008 delivers substantially more torque with 511 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 281 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is markedly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,648 kg. The difference is around 336 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 3008 offers slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 3008 carries very slightly more – 467 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 3008 is clearly superior 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 £36,800
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Peugeot 3008

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 698 km
Peugeot 3008
Citroen C3 Aircross

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Dimensions and Body

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Peugeot 3008

The Peugeot 3008 blends striking, modern styling with a comfortable, well-appointed interior that feels more premium than its class. It's practical and composed on the road, with clever storage and driver-focused tech that make it an easy choice for everyday family life or longer, relaxed drives.

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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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Peugeot 3008
Citroen C3 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,800 - 52,200 £
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 698 km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 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
1,648 - 2,266 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 467 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Citroen
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