Citroen C3 Aircross II vs Fiat Grande Panda I: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Citroen · 2024–present
C3 Aircross II
- Power
- 74 kW101 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- -
- Top speed
- 179 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,303 kg
Fiat · 2025–present
Grande Panda I
- Power
- 83 kW113 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 11.0 s
- Top speed
- 132 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,532 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: C3 Aircross II 4 Grande Panda I 2
- Family C3 Aircross II Boot: 500 l vs 361 l
- City Grande Panda I Length: 3,999 mm vs 4,390 mm
- Long trips C3 Aircross II Range: 746 km vs 320 km (estimated)
- Performance C3 Aircross II Power per tonne: 57 kW/t vs 54 kW/t
- Running costs Grande Panda I Fuel per year: €760 vs €1,550 (estimated)
- Off-road C3 Aircross II Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · SUV vs Front-wheel drive · Hatchback
In plain words
Fiat Grande Panda I has more power: 83 kW (113 PS) against 74 kW (101 PS) for Citroen C3 Aircross II. Citroen C3 Aircross II is 391 mm longer than Fiat Grande Panda I (4,390 mm vs 3,999 mm). Citroen C3 Aircross II is lighter by 229 kg (1,303 kg vs 1,532 kg). Citroen C3 Aircross II has the bigger boot: 500 l against 361 l. At 15,000 km a year, fuel would cost about €1,550 (Citroen C3 Aircross II), €760 (Fiat Grande Panda I) (estimated). Citroen C3 Aircross II is the older design (from 2024); Fiat Grande Panda I arrived in 2025. On the catalog figures, the Citroen C3 Aircross II is the pick for family, long trips, performance and off-road; the Fiat Grande Panda I is the pick for city and running costs. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Citroen C3 Aircross II yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Race Stats side by side
Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.
| Stat | C3 Aircross II | Grande Panda I |
|---|---|---|
| PI | C · 429 | C · 420 |
| Power | 32 | 31 |
| Grip | 35 | 37 |
| Handling | 62 | 68 |
| Top speed | 30 | 12 |
| Launch | 26 | 28 |
Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race
Who wins a race?
Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.
- 1 Grande Panda IElectric (44 kWh) · 83 kW (113 PS) 17.60 sat 123 km/h
- 2 C3 Aircross II1.2 Turbo 100 · petrol · 74 kW (101 PS) 17.87 sat 122 km/h · +0.27 s
Size and weight
| C3 Aircross II | Grande Panda I | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 3,999 mm157.4 in −391 mm −15.4 in −8.9% |
| Kerb weight | 1,303 kg2,873 lb | 1,532 kg3,377 lb +229 kg +505 lb +17.6% |
| Boot | 500 l17.7 cu ft | 361 l12.7 cu ft −139 l −4.9 cu ft −27.8% |
| Fits a standard garage? | No data | Yes |
Difference vs C3 Aircross II (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Citroen C3 Aircross II | Fiat Grande Panda I | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.2 Turbo 100 · petrol · 74 kW (101 PS) | Electric (44 kWh) · 83 kW (113 PS) |
| Production years | 2024–present | 2025–present |
| Body | SUV | Hatchback |
| Class | No data | B-segment (small car) |
| Country | France | Italy |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 74 kW (101 PS) 99 hp | 83 kW (113 PS) 111 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 74–107 kW (101–145 PS) 99–143 hp | 74–83 kW (101–113 PS) 99–111 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | No data | 122 Nm 90 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | No data | 11.0 s |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 179 km/h 111 mph Better | 132 km/h 82 mph |
| Power per tonne | 57 kW/t 69 hp/ton calculated Better | 54 kW/t 66 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Engine | 3 cyl | No data |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual | 1-speed single-speed |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,390 mm 172.8 in | 3,999 mm 157.4 in |
| Width | No data | 1,763 mm 69.4 in |
| Height | No data | 1,581 mm 62.2 in |
| Wheelbase | No data | 2,540 mm 100.0 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,303 kg 2,873 lb Better | 1,532 kg 3,377 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 500 l 17.7 cu ft Better | 361 l 12.7 cu ft |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 44 l 11.6 gal US | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | 5.9 l/100 km 39.9 mpg US | No data |
| CO₂ | 134 g/km | No data |
| Fuel cost per year | €1,550/year estimated | €760/year estimated Better |
| Range on a full tank | 746 km 464 mi estimated | No data |
| Electric | ||
| Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. | No data | 44 kWh |
| Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. | No data | 320 km 199 mi |
| Energy use | No data | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Drive.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol, €0.30/kWh electricity.