Citroen C3 Aircross
All generations, specs and history
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By Felix Hartmann, Automotive Technology & EV Contributor
- Built
- 2017–present
- Generations
- 2
- Top power
- 107 kW (145 PS)
Timeline
C3 Aircross generations
Click a generation for its own page
- C3 Aircross 2017–2024 · SUV · 61–97 kW (83–132 PS)
- C3 Aircross II Current 2024–now · SUV · 74–107 kW (101–145 PS)
Newest first · 2 generations since 2017
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2024
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2017
All generations by year: C3 Aircross II (2024–now) · C3 Aircross (2017–2024)
Which one is mine?
Pick the year of first registration to see which generation it is.
- C3 Aircross II 2024–present
- C3 Aircross 2017–2024
Which C3 Aircross to choose
Our verdict · Felix Hartmann
- For a low-cost used crossover: a first-generation car from the 2021 facelift with the PureTech 110 manual.
- For an automatic diesel: the 1.5 BlueHDi 120 with the six-speed automatic.
- For a large family: the second-generation seven-seater with the Hybrid 136.
- For electric commuting: the ë-C3 Aircross with the 54 kWh battery and about 400 km of range.
Earlier Citroën crossovers are covered in our C4 Aircross article and the brand's background in the history of Citroën. All models are in the Citroën catalogue.
The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover sold in Europe since 2017. The first generation was built in Zaragoza, Spain, until July 2024, with petrol and diesel engines of 61 to 98 kW. The second generation, revealed in April 2024, is 4.39 metres long and offers seven seats. It comes as a petrol, a mild hybrid or the battery-electric ë-C3 Aircross with 83 kW. In June 2024 the electric version started at €26,490 in Germany.
In short
- First generation 2017–2024: about 600,000 built in Zaragoza; facelift in 2021.
- PureTech petrol 61–98 kW and BlueHDi diesel 74–89 kW in the first generation.
- Second generation since 2024 on the Smart Car Platform, five or seven seats.
- ë-C3 Aircross: 83 kW (113 PS), 44 kWh battery for over 300 km; 54 kWh version for about 400 km.
Size at a glance
| Dimensions | Citroen C3 Aircross |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,150 mm163.4 in |
| Width | 1,756 mm69.1 in |
| Height | 1,597 mm62.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,604 mm102.5 in |
| Boot | 410 L14.5 cu ft |
Running cost
Fuel · C3 Aircross Hybrid 136
about 1,450 EUR fuel a year at 15,000 km
5.6 l/100 km · petrol at 1.75 EUR/l · change mileage, fuel price or version
Specs by version
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | Drive | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · 2 versions | ||||||
| C3 Aircross II · ë-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Electric | 83 kW 113 PS111 hp | — | 1-sp Single-speed | Front-wheel drive | 2024 |
| C3 Aircross II · ë-C3 Aircross 54 kWh | Electric | 83 kW 113 PS111 hp | — | 1-sp Single-speed | Front-wheel drive | 2025 |
| Diesel · 3 versions | ||||||
| C3 Aircross · 1.6 BlueHDi 100 | 4 cyl · Diesel | 74 kW 101 PS99 hp | 254 Nm187 lb-ft | 5-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2017–2018 |
| C3 Aircross · 1.5 BlueHDi 100 | 4 cyl · Diesel | 76 kW 103 PS102 hp | 250 Nm184 lb-ft | 6-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2018–2021 |
| C3 Aircross · 1.5 BlueHDi 120 EAT6 | 4 cyl · Diesel | 89 kW 121 PS119 hp | 300 Nm221 lb-ft | 6-sp Automatic | Front-wheel drive | 2018 |
| Petrol · 5 versions | ||||||
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 82 | 3 cyl · Petrol | 61 kW 83 PS82 hp | 118 Nm87 lb-ft | 5-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2017–2018 |
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 110 | 3 cyl · Petrol | 82 kW 111 PS110 hp | 205 Nm151 lb-ft | 6-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2017 |
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 130 | 3 cyl · Petrol | 97 kW 132 PS130 hp | 230 Nm170 lb-ft | 6-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2017–2021 |
| C3 Aircross II · 1.2 Turbo 100 | 3 cyl · Petrol | 74 kW 101 PS99 hp | — | 6-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2024 |
| C3 Aircross II · Hybrid 136 | 3 cyl · Petrol | 100 kW 136 PS134 hp | — | 6-sp Dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive | 2024 |
Performance
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| Version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Fuel consumption | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · 2 versions | ||||
| C3 Aircross II · ë-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | — | — | 18.2 kWh/100 km29.3 kWh/100 mi | — |
| C3 Aircross II · ë-C3 Aircross 54 kWh | — | — | 18.2 kWh/100 km29.3 kWh/100 mi | — |
| Diesel · 3 versions | ||||
| C3 Aircross · 1.6 BlueHDi 100 | 11.5 s 0–62 mph | 175 km/h109 mph | 3.7 l/100 km63.6 mpg US · 76.3 mpg UK | 96 g/km |
| C3 Aircross · 1.5 BlueHDi 100 | 10.8 s 0–62 mph | 184 km/h114 mph | 4.1 l/100 km57.4 mpg US · 68.9 mpg UK | 107 g/km |
| C3 Aircross · 1.5 BlueHDi 120 EAT6 | 9.6 s 0–62 mph | 195 km/h121 mph | 4.1 l/100 km57.4 mpg US · 68.9 mpg UK | 107 g/km |
| Petrol · 5 versions | ||||
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 82 | 14.0 s 0–62 mph | 165 km/h103 mph | 5.1 l/100 km46.1 mpg US · 55.4 mpg UK | 116 g/km |
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 110 | 10.1 s 0–62 mph | 190 km/h118 mph | 4.8 l/100 km49.0 mpg US · 58.9 mpg UK | 109 g/km |
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 130 | 9.3 s 0–62 mph | 200 km/h124 mph | 5.3 l/100 km44.4 mpg US · 53.3 mpg UK | 119 g/km |
| C3 Aircross II · 1.2 Turbo 100 | — | 179 km/h111 mph | 5.9 l/100 km39.9 mpg US · 47.9 mpg UK | 134 g/km |
| C3 Aircross II · Hybrid 136 | — | — | 5.6 l/100 km42.0 mpg US · 50.4 mpg UK | 126 g/km |
Dimensions and weight
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| Version | Length | Wheelbase | Kerb weight | Boot | Fuel tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · 2 versions | |||||
| C3 Aircross II · ë-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | 4,390 mm172.8 in | — | 1,620 kg3,571 lb | — | — |
| C3 Aircross II · ë-C3 Aircross 54 kWh | 4,390 mm172.8 in | — | 1,620 kg3,571 lb | — | — |
| Diesel · 3 versions | |||||
| C3 Aircross · 1.6 BlueHDi 100 | 4,150 mm163.4 in | 2,604 mm102.5 in | 1,278 kg2,818 lb | 410 l14.5 cu ft | 45 l11.9 gal US |
| C3 Aircross · 1.5 BlueHDi 100 | 4,150 mm163.4 in | 2,604 mm102.5 in | 1,278 kg2,818 lb | 410 l14.5 cu ft | 45 l11.9 gal US |
| C3 Aircross · 1.5 BlueHDi 120 EAT6 | 4,150 mm163.4 in | 2,604 mm102.5 in | 1,308 kg2,884 lb | 410 l14.5 cu ft | 45 l11.9 gal US |
| Petrol · 5 versions | |||||
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 82 | 4,150 mm163.4 in | 2,604 mm102.5 in | 1,163 kg2,564 lb | 410 l14.5 cu ft | 45 l11.9 gal US |
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 110 | 4,150 mm163.4 in | 2,604 mm102.5 in | 1,254 kg2,765 lb | 410 l14.5 cu ft | 45 l11.9 gal US |
| C3 Aircross · 1.2 PureTech 130 | 4,150 mm163.4 in | 2,604 mm102.5 in | 1,248 kg2,751 lb | 410 l14.5 cu ft | 45 l11.9 gal US |
| C3 Aircross II · 1.2 Turbo 100 | 4,390 mm172.8 in | — | 1,303 kg2,873 lb | 500 l17.7 cu ft | 44 l11.6 gal US |
| C3 Aircross II · Hybrid 136 | 4,390 mm172.8 in | — | 1,464 kg3,228 lb | 460 l16.2 cu ft | 44 l11.6 gal US |
Verified Manufacturer and type-approval data from our catalog · Sources and methodology
Citroën C3 Aircross at a glance
| Parameter | First generation | Second generation |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2017–2024 | since 2024 |
| Plant | Zaragoza (Spain) | Trnava (Slovakia) for the ë-C3 Aircross |
| Platform | shared with the Opel Crossland X | Smart Car Platform (shared with the Opel Frontera) |
| Length / wheelbase | 4,150 / 2,604 mm | 4,390 mm / — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 or 7 |
| Engines | 1.2 PureTech petrol, 1.5 and 1.6 BlueHDi diesel | 1.2 turbo petrol, 1.2 mild hybrid, electric |
| Power | 61–98 kW | 74–107 kW petrol; 83 kW electric |
| Drive | front wheels | front wheels |
First generation (2017–2024)
Citroën presented the first C3 Aircross in Paris on 12 June 2017 and started sales in October. It was assembled in Zaragoza, Spain, and shared its platform with the Opel Crossland X. It was 4,150 mm long with a 2,604 mm wheelbase. Citroën's larger crossover is the C5 Aircross.
| Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Gearbox | Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 PureTech 82 | 61 kW (83 PS) | 118 Nm | 14.0 s | 165 km/h | 5-speed manual | 2017–2018 |
| 1.2 PureTech 110 | 82 kW (112 PS) | 205 Nm | 10.1 s | 190 km/h | 6-speed manual or automatic | 2017–2024 |
| 1.2 PureTech 130 | 97 kW (132 PS) | 230 Nm | 9.3 s | 200 km/h | 6-speed manual or automatic | 2017–2021 |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 100 | 74 kW (100 PS) | 254 Nm | 11.5 s | 175 km/h | 5-speed manual | 2017–2018 |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 120 | 89 kW (122 PS) | 300 Nm | 9.8 s | 183 km/h | 6-speed manual | — |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 100 | 76 kW (103 PS) | 250 Nm | 10.8 s | 184 km/h | 6-speed manual | 2018–2021 |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 120 | 89 kW (122 PS) | 300 Nm | 9.6 s | 195 km/h | 6-speed automatic | — |
In 2018 the 1.6-litre BlueHDi 100 gave way to the 1.5-litre engine. The five-speed PureTech 82 was dropped after mid-2018. In this range the PureTech 130 offered the best performance, at 9.3 seconds to 100 km/h.
The 2021 facelift
The updated car was revealed in February 2021 and built from June 2021. The engine range was simplified to four versions:
| Engine (from 2021) | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 PureTech 110 | 82 kW (112 PS) | 205 Nm | 10.1 s | 6-speed manual |
| 1.2 PureTech 130 | 98 kW (133 PS) | 230 Nm | 9.1 s | 6-speed automatic |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 110 | 82 kW (112 PS) | 250 Nm | 10.7 s | 6-speed manual |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 120 | 89 kW (122 PS) | 300 Nm | 10.1 s | 6-speed automatic |
The PureTech 130 now came only with the automatic, and the manual BlueHDi was rated at 82 kW instead of 76 kW.
Production and sales of the first generation
| Year | European sales |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 16,982 |
| 2018 | 110,394 |
| 2019 | 112,089 |
| 2020 | 75,281 |
| 2021 | 68,608 |
| 2022 | 64,043 |
The first full year, 2018, brought more than 110,000 European sales, and 2019 was the peak. Production in Zaragoza ended in July 2024 after about 600,000 cars.
Second generation (since 2024): longer and up to seven seats
The new European C3 Aircross was unveiled on 18 April 2024, with full details following on 19 June. It moved to the Smart Car Platform, which also carries the Opel Frontera and is derived from the e-CMP. At 4.39 metres it is 240 mm longer than its predecessor. For the first time a seven-seat version is offered, with petrol or hybrid power only.
| Version | Power | Gearbox | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Turbo 100 | 74 kW (100 PS) | 6-speed manual | entry petrol |
| Hybrid 136 | 100 kW (136 PS) | 6-speed dual-clutch | 48-volt mild hybrid |
| ë-C3 Aircross Standard Range | 83 kW (113 PS) | single-speed | 44 kWh LFP, over 300 km |
| ë-C3 Aircross Extended Range | 83 kW (113 PS) | single-speed | 54 kWh, about 400 km |
Wikipedia gives a petrol range of 74 to 107 kW (101–145 PS), so a stronger hybrid version than the launch Hybrid 136 is listed there. The five-seater has 460 litres of boot space, or 1,600 litres with the rear seats folded. With all seven seats in use only 40 litres remain, and 330 litres with the third row folded. The combustion versions may tow 1,250 kg.
ë-C3 Aircross: the electric version
The electric car is built in Trnava, Slovakia, and has five seats only. Its 44 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery feeds an 83 kW motor and gives a range of over 300 km. Fleet News quoted 188 miles, about 300 km, for the Standard Range and 249 miles, about 400 km, for the Extended Range with 54 kWh. DC charging at up to 100 kW takes the smaller battery from 20 to 80 per cent in 26 minutes. The electric car may tow 350 kg.
| Market (2024) | Version | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | ë-C3 Aircross You | €26,490 |
| France | Hybrid | from €25,500 |
| France | ë-C3 Aircross | from €27,400 |
| United Kingdom | 1.2 Turbo 100 to electric Extended Range | £20,240–£26,995 in 2024 (about €23,800–31,800) |
The base You trim uses a smartphone holder instead of Citroën's own infotainment. The Max trim adds a 10.25-inch screen that connects to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto without a cable. Wikipedia notes that the combustion version was priced below €20,000 at its 2024 launch.
The C3 Aircross for India and Latin America
A different C3 Aircross was revealed for India and Brazil on 27 April 2023. It has its own front design, a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine in Brazil and five or seven seats. India builds it in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. In 2024 Latin NCAP gave the most basic Latin American version zero stars. Bharat NCAP rated the Indian five-seater with one star in 2025, under a protocol based on Latin NCAP 2016. These results do not apply to the European car.
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Citroen C3 Aircross: first vs latest generation
| Spec | C3 Aircross | C3 Aircross II | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years | 2017–2024 | 2024–present | 7 years apart |
| Most powerful version | 97 kW (132 PS) | 107 kW (145 PS) | +10 kW (+10%) |
| Length | 4,150 mm | 4,390 mm | +240 mm |
| Lightest kerb weight | 1,163 kg | 1,303 kg | +140 kg |
| Top speed | 200 km/h | 179 km/h | −21 km/h |
Oldest and newest generation in the 1cars catalog. Power is the strongest version of each; other rows are shown only when both generations have the figure.
Citroen C3 Aircross in our rankings
- No. 2 of 77 · Most economical SUVs and crossovers (3.7 l/100 km)
- No. 7 of 99 · Lightest SUVs and crossovers (1,163 kg)
- No. 8 of 256 · Most economical cars (3.7 l/100 km)
- No. 10 of 146 · Smallest SUVs and crossovers (4,150 mm)
- No. 69 of 420 · Smallest cars (4,150 mm · top 17%)
- No. 52 of 304 · Lightest cars (1,163 kg · top 18%)
More economical than 96% of ranked SUVs and crossovers in the 1CARS catalog (No. 2 of 77).
FAQ
How long is the Citroën C3 Aircross?
The first generation is 4,150 mm long; the second, from 2024, measures 4.39 metres.
Does the C3 Aircross have seven seats?
Only the second generation offers a seven-seat version, with the petrol or hybrid engine.
What is the range of the ë-C3 Aircross?
Over 300 km with the 44 kWh battery and about 400 km with the 54 kWh Extended Range battery.
Where is the C3 Aircross built?
Zaragoza in Spain made the first generation, and Trnava in Slovakia makes the electric second-generation car.
Is the C3 Aircross the same as the Opel Crossland?
They are close relatives: the first C3 Aircross and the Crossland X use the same platform, and the second-generation car shares the Smart Car Platform with the Opel Frontera.
Data sources
Data checked by an editor against the sources below.
- Wikipedia — Citroën C3 Aircross
- Euro NCAP — Xceedingly Good
- ADAC
- Electrive — Citroen E C3 Aircross Starts At 26490 Euros
- Co — New Citroen C3 Aircross Unveiled With Electric And Seven Seat Versions
- EEA CO₂ monitoring (European Environment Agency, CC BY 4.0)
