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Toyota C-HR vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota C-HR or Citroen C3 Aircross?

Toyota C-HR vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

Toyota C-HR

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • barely 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

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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 334 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

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 Toyota C-HR offers noticeably more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

C-HR

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 slightly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 Aircross carries marginally more – 462 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR is clearly 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.

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C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 km
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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Reviews Toyota C-HR

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Jan
16 May 2026, 20:51:01

Great driving comfort, admittedly short trips, but above all a cool impression.

Rav is for wimps.

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25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 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
66 km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
52 - 116 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
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,832 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 425 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Citroen
What drivetrain options does the Toyota C-HR have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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