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VW T-Cross vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW T-Cross or Citroen C3 Aircross?

VW T-Cross vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

VW T-Cross

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

T-Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the VW T-Cross costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,203 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 Aircross uses 5.3 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

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 VW T-Cross offers marginally more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW T-Cross is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW T-Cross delivers very slightly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

T-Cross

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, VW T-Cross is barely lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,312 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers very slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Cross carries barely more – 480 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is slightly 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 £16,200
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 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 303 - 400 km
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VW T-Cross

The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Reviews VW T-Cross

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
303 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
124 - 136 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
1,640 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,600 L
Payload
463 - 480 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
143 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
VW
Brand
Citroen
What drivetrain options does the VW T-Cross have?

The VW T-Cross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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