Compare performance (340 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Elroq or Citroen C3 Aircross?
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 16,200 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,677 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Elroq is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 573 km, about 173 km more than the Citroen C3 Aircross.
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 Skoda Elroq offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Elroq is visibly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen C3 Aircross tops out at 143 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is significantly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 2,133 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers very slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,600 L, about 20 L more than the Skoda Elroq.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Elroq carries somewhat more – 517 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The Skoda Elroq 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.
The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.
detailsThe Citroën C3 Aircross is a cheeky compact SUV that trades bland conformity for playful French character and clever practicality, ideal if you want a car with personality. It soaks up city life with a comfortable ride, inventive cabin tricks and a look that turns heads without asking for attention.
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Price
37,900 - 45,500 £
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Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
529 - 573 km
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Electric Range
303 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
77 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,133 - 2,268 kg
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4,488 mm
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Length
4,395 mm
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Width
1,884 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
1,608 - 1,625 mm
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Height
1,640 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,580 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,600 L
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Payload
470 - 517 kg
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
143 km/h
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Citroen
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