After all the unveil and media testing event, Citroen India finally launched the C3 Aircross that comes with one engine options, three variant choices, and loads of space for your comfort. So, why don’t we compare it against its rivals to see where it stands in position!
Citroen C3 Aircross vs Rivals – Dimensions Comparison
| Citroen C3 Aircross | Kia Seltos | Hyundai Creta | Toyota Hyryder | Maruti Grand Vitara | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4323 MM | 4365 MM | 4300 MM | 4365 MM | 4345 MM |
| Width | 1796 MM | 1800 MM | 1790 MM | 1795 MM | 1795 MM |
| Height | 1665 MM (5 Seater) 1669 MM (7 Seater) | 1645 MM | 1635 MM | 1645 MM | 1645 MM |
| Wheelbase | 2671 MM | 2610 MM | 2610 MM | 2600 MM | 2600 MM |
| Ground Clearance | 200 MM | 190 MM | 190 MM | 208 MM | 208 MM |
| Turning Radius | 5.4 M | 5.3 M | 5.3 M | 5.4 M | 5.4 M |
| Boot Space | 444 L (5 Seater) 44 L (7 Seater) | 433 L | 433 L | 265 L – 373 L | 265 L – 373 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L | 50 L | 45 L (Petrol) 55 L (CNG) | 45 L (Petrol) 55 L (CNG) |
In terms of Dimensions, the Citroen C3 Aircross and the MG Astor has the same length of 4323 MM, the Seltos, Hyryder, and Grand Vitara has same height of 1645 MM. The Hyryder, and Grand Vitara has the same width of 1795mm, wheelbase of 2600mm, ground clearance of 208mm, and turning radius of 5.4 meters. The tallest SUV in the segment is C3 Aircross with 1665 MM for 5 seater variant and 1669 MM for 7 Seater variant while the shortest SUV is the Taigun and Kushaq. The C3 Aircross features longest wheelbase in the segment that is 2671 MM which is 20 MM longer than the Taigun and Kushaq.
| Citroen C3 Aircross | Honda Elevate | MG Astor | Volkswagen Taigun | Skoda Kushaq | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4323 MM | 4312mm | 4323mm | 4221mm | 4225mm |
| Width | 1796 MM | 1790mm | 1809mm | 1760mm | 1760mm |
| Height | 1665 MM (5 Seater) 1669 MM (7 Seater) | 1650mm | 1650mm | 1612mm | 1612mm |
| Wheelbase | 2671 MM | 2650mm | 2585mm | 2651mm | 2651mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200 MM | 220mm | 205mm | 188mm | 188mm |
| Turning Radius | 5.4 M | 5.2 meters | 5.6 meters | 5.05 meters | 5.05 meters |
| Boot Space | 444 L (5 Seater) 44 L (7 Seater) | 458 L | 448 L | 385 L | 385 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L | 48 L | 50 L | 50 L |
The Elevate has the highest ground clearance of 220 MM while the C3 Aircross features 200 MM and the lowest is the Taigun and Kushaq with 188 MM. The shortest turning radius of an SUV is the Taigun and Kushaq with 5.05 M while the C3 Aircross takes 5.4 M as turning radius. The Elevate has the biggest boot space of 458 L while the 5 Seater variant of C3 Aircross is 444 L and the 7 Seater variant is 44 L. The Taigun, Kushaq, Seltos, and Creta has same fuel tank capacity of 50 L where as the C3 Aircross comes with 45 L fuel tank capacity.
Citroen C3 Aircross vs Rivals – Engine Option Comparison
| Petrol | Citroen C3 Aircross | Kia Seltos | Hyundai Creta | Volkswagen Taigun/Skoda Kushaq | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | – | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.0 L 3 Cylinder |
| Displacement | – | 1497cc | 1498cc | 1498cc | 999cc |
| Power | – | 113.43 bhp | 113 BHP | 147.51 BHP | 113.98 BHP |
| Torque | – | 144 Nm | 144 NM | 250 NM | 141 NM |
| Transmission Type | – | 6-speed MT, 7 Speed IVT | 6-speed MT, 7 Speed IVT | 6-speed MT, 7-speed DSG | 6-speed MT / AT |
In Engine Options, the Citroen C3 Aircross does not come with normal Petrol engine, but its rivals does. The Seltos is powered by the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder petrol engine producing 113.43 BHP and 144 NM of torque mated to 6 Speed Manual and 7 Speed IVT Gearbox. The Hyundai Creta has a 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Petrol engine produces 113 BHP and 144 NM of torque paired to a 6 Speed Manual and 7 Speed IVT Gearbox. The Volkswagen Taigun/Skoda Kushaq has the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder TSI petrol engine that pumps out 147.51 BHP and 250 NM of torque with 6 Speed Manual and 7 Speed DSG Gearbox. Another powertrain is the 1.0 L 3 Cylinder petrol engine produces 113.98 BHP and 141 NM of torque paired to a 6 Speed Manual and Speed Automatic Gearbox.
| Petrol | Maruti Grand Vitara/Toyota Hyryder | MG Astor | Honda Elevate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder |
| Displacement | 1462cc | 1498cc | 1498cc |
| Power | 101.64 BHP | 108.49 BHP | 119.34 BHP |
| Torque | 136.8 NM | 144 NM | 145 NM |
| Transmission | 5 Speed MT, 6 Speed AT | 5 Speed MT, 8 Speed CVT | 6-speed MT, 7 Speed CVT |
Continuing, The Toyota Hyryder/Maruti Grand Vitara is powered by the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder petrol engine produces 101.64 BHP and 136.8 NM of torque paired to a 5 Speed Manual and 6 Speed Automatic Gearbox. The MG Astor is powered by the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder petrol engine that puts out 108.49 BHP and 144 NM of torque mated to 5 Speed Manual and 8 Speed CVT Gearbox. Lastly, the Honda Elevate has the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder petrol engine that pumps out 119.34 BHP and 145 NM of torque paired to 6 Speed Manual Gearbox and an Advanced 7 Speed CVT Gearbox.
| Turbo Diesel | Citroen C3 Aircross | Kia Seltos | Hyundai Creta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | – | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder |
| Displacement | – | 1493cc | 1493cc |
| Power | – | 113.48 BHP | 113 BHP |
| Torque | – | 250 NM | 250 NM |
| Transmission Type | – | 6-speed iMT / AT | 6-speed MT / AT |
The Citroen C3 Aircross isn’t offered with a normal or Turbo Diesel engine, but its rivals, Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta is offered with Turbo Diesel engine. The Seltos comes with a 1.5 L engine producing 113.43 BHP and 250 NM of torque paired to a 6-speed iMT and Automatic Gearbox. The Creta comes with a 1.5 L Turbo Diesel engine producing 113 BHP and 250 NM of torque mated to 6 Speed Manual and Automatic Gearbox.
| Turbo Petrol | Citroen C3 Aircross | Kia Seltos | MG Astor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2 L 3 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.3 L 3 Cylinder |
| Displacement | 1199cc | 1497cc | 1349cc |
| Power | 108.62 BHP | 157.81 BHP | 138.08 BHP |
| Torque | 190 NM | 253 NM | 220 NM |
| Transmission Type | 6 Speed MT | 6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT | 6-speed AT |
The Citroen C3 Aircross, Kia Seltos, and MG Astor are offered with turbo petrol powertrain. The Citroen C3 Aircross is powered by the 1.2 L 3 Cylinder Turbo Petrol that generates 108.62 BHP and 190 NM of torque paired to 6 Speed Manual Gearbox only. Then there is the Kia Seltos that comes with the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Turbo petrol engine producing 157.81 BHP and 253 NM of torque paired to 6-speed IMT and 7-speed DCT Gearbox while the MG Astor comes with the 1.3 L 3 Cylinder Turbo petrol engine producing 138.08 BHP and 220 NM of torque mated to 6-speed Automatic Gearbox.
Citroen C3 Aircross vs Rivals – Price Comparison
| Model | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Citroen C3 Aircross | Rs. 9.99 L |
| Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara | Rs. 10.70 – Rs. 19.79 L |
| Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder | Rs. 10.73 – Rs. 19.74 L |
| MG Astor | Rs. 10.82 – Rs. 18.69 L |
| Hyundai Creta | Rs. 10.87 – Rs. 19.20 L |
| Kia Seltos | Rs. 10.90 – Rs. 20 L |
| Honda Elevate | Rs. 11 – Rs. 16 L |
| Skoda Kushaq | Rs. 11.60 – Rs. 19.69 L |
| Volkswagen Taigun | Rs. 11.62 – Rs. 19.06 L |
As you can see when it comes to the pricing comparison, the Citroen C3 Aircross charts to 1st position as this SUV misses out on so many features that Citroen managed to price it aggressively.
Verdict: In the end, the decision to buy which SUV depends totally on you, however, if you looking for an affordable mid-size SUV with loads of space and comfort, then Citroen C3 Aircross. Otherwise, the Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, and the MG Astor comes with ADAS function and if you can afford those SUVs it won’t be bad choice either. So, what are you going to do?
