Citroen C3 Aircross Review 2024
Citroen C3 Aircross At A Glance
Spacious and practical interior. Interesting exterior looks. Impressive PureTech petrol engines.
Only top-spec models have the key kit you want. Noisy on the motorway. Is neither great to drive or very comfortable.
Insurance Groups are between 12–18
On average it achieves 80% of the official MPG figure
The Citroen C3 Aircross first went on sale in 2017 and has proved itself to be a hit in the UK as Citroen's third most popular model, sitting behind the regular C3 hatchback and C5 Aircross SUV in the sales charts. It's always looked distinctive, but a 2021 update gave Citroen's smallest crossover a more angular face, added new colour schemes and gave the interior a (very) light refresh. The cabin has lots of space for a car this size and lots of flexibility, while the driving experience treads a line between comfort and fun – making a reasonable fist of both but excelling at neither. That said, the tiny three-cylinder PureTech petrol engines are brilliant. Read on for our full review of the Citroen C3 Aircross.
In the classic Citroen spirit of being knowingly different, the company has called its C3-based small SUV the Aircross, rather than sticking an X on the end of it, or using the word ‘sport’ in the addendum, as most manufacturers do.
Different it may be, but it’s quite the apt name: ‘air’ denoting spaciousness and ‘cross’…well, they’ve stuck an X on the end of it.
The change from MPV to pseudo-SUV is a pure marketing move: the compact crossover is an ever-growing market. That said, the Aircross is in no way an SUV because you can only get front-wheel-drive versions, albeit a fancy traction control system with a setting for muddy surfaces is available plus there’s a good bit of ground clearance – 175mm more than a C3.
While it doesn't exactly look like an SUV, it does look like a Citroen and by that we mean – quirky. It mixes curves, with angular lines and details, chunky wheel arch extensions with contrasting colour shades. You can choose from seven shades of paint – including new-for-2020 Khaki Grey, Voltaic Blue and Polar White – pair them with four exterior colour packs, then do the roof in a contrasting finish.
The same goes for the interior, where you can have a choice of upholstery, trims and colours that do a decent job of masking what is otherwise a fairly uninspiring concretion of moulded grey plastic. You also get an infotainment screen that isn't that logical to operate but comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto so it doesn't need to be.
Inside, it makes a good case for being a proper MPV. It has room for four tall adults to sit in reasonable comfort and top-of-the-range Shine Plus models have a rear bench that slides forwards and backwards as well as a front passenger seat that folds flat so you can use the full length of the passenger space to carry larger items.
The boot capacity varies from 410 to 520 litres depending on where the back seats are set and all models come with roof rails so it's easy to fit a box to store any overflowing luggage the load bay can't swallow.
But while it's aces practicality, the driving experience is no better than average. It's a confused miss-match of direct steering, suspension that tries to be comfortable but isn't and a manual gearbox that is baggy between gears and notchy when you're slotting into them.
The PureTech engine is a gem, though. You can have it with 110 or 130PS, but it feels punchier than that: it's flexible in gear, happy to rev out and sounds nice while you're doing it. Its excellent fuel economy means the 1.5-litre diesel should only be considered if you're driving mega miles.
We would go for the 110PS Shine Plus model for its good value, which retails at £23,500. Three quarters of buyers choose a high-end spec and you can understand why because Shine Plus makes the interior feel posher inside and makes it more flexible, as well as adding useful kit like a reversing camera, front parking sensors and keyless entry.
But whatever you spend, the basics of a spacious, idiosyncratic small crossover are intact. And for that reason, it’s easy to recommend the C3 Aircross if your a family car buyer looking to add a bit of colour to your life.
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Citroen C3 Aircross handling and engines
- Engines range from 1.2 Puretech 82 to 1.6 BlueHDi 120
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 30–64 mpg
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Handling and ride quality
Citroen puts a lot of emphasis on comfort in its marketing bumf so it's a shame the suspension doesn't float over every bump like Citroens used to. It's fine for the most part, but the crossover occasionally gets caught out by lumps and ripples in the Tarmac.
The payoff is it doesn't feel all at sea in the bends and its steering is surprisingly weighty and direct, too. It's a car you'll feel happy hustling about in and the perky PureTech petrol engines don't dissuade that behaviour.
It copes admirably in town, too. The large windows give excellent visibility when you're reversing and even the basic model has rear parking sensors. The thick front pillar isn't great when you're pulling out of T junctions, but that's hardly an issue that's unique to the C3 Aircross.
Where it does come a little unstuck is on the motorway. The Citroen generates lots of road noise at the legal limit, although at least you'll struggle to hear any engine or wind noise.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Engines
Our pick of the Citroen C3 Aircross range is the 110PS model. It comes mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and while the shift manages to be both lose between gears and notchy when you're slotting into them, it's not enough to take the shine off an engine that feels quicker and more flexible than you expect it to. It gets from 0-62mph in 10.1 seconds and has all the power you need for normal driving.
Naturally, the 130PS version is quicker – it does 0-62mph in 9.2 seconds – but because it comes mated to a slushy six-speed automatic gearbox, it doesn't really feel it. The gearbox's smooth shifts means it is worth considering if you often drive in town, but we wouldn't worry otherwise.
Similarly, the 110PS diesel model is only really worth it if you do lots of miles, when its superior fuel economy will start to pay off. It doesn't feel as spritely as the petrol engines, borne out by 0-62mph in 10.8 seconds, and isn't as refined.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Safety
The Citroen C3 Aircross was awarded five stars for safety when it was crash tested by Euro NCAP in 2017. Standard safety features include cruise control, a speed limiter and a lane-departure warning system, although the Shine Plus model adds automatic emergency brakes, which is a safety feature worth having.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Towing
All Citroen C3 Aircross models can tow a braked trailer of up to 840kg. Petrol models can tow an unbraked trailer weighing up to 600kg, while the diesel can pull 620kg.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Puretech 110 | 52–59 mpg | 10.0–11.3 s | 109–137 g/km |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 EAT | 50 mpg | 11.8 s | 126 g/km |
| 1.2 Puretech 130 | 54 mpg | 10.4 s | 119 g/km |
| 1.2 Puretech 130 EAT | - | 9.2 s | 114–142 g/km |
| 1.2 Puretech 82 | 57 mpg | 15.9 s | 116 g/km |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 100 | 71 mpg | 10.8 s | 105 g/km |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 110 | - | 10.8 s | 123–125 g/km |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 100 | 71 mpg | 12.8 s | 104 g/km |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 120 | 69 mpg | 10.7 s | 107 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Citroen C3 Aircross
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
80%
Real MPG
30–64 mpg
MPGs submitted
78
Citroen C3 Aircross interior
- Boot space is 410–1289 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of five stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4154–4155 mm |
| Width | 1765–1976 mm |
| Height | 1597–1637 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2604 mm |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Practicality
Like the kid at school that always had their hand up, the Citroen C3 Aircross has all the answers when it comes to practicality.
The Citroen C3 Aircross is only about 10mm longer than the C3 hatchback, but its taller roof means six-footers can get comfortable up front and not have to worry about encroaching on the knee room of the people sitting behind. The more expensive Shine Plus models come with Citroen Advanced Comfort Seats that have thick padding, without the clamping lateral support you get in sportier cars.
The back seat is impressive not just because tall adults get plenty of kneeroom, there's also space for your feet under the seats in front and an excess of headroom. The large windows and vibrant interior colours make it feel light and airy inside. It's the opposite of the dark spaces found in some rivals.
The boot is a handy size too – offering up to 520 litres with the seats up – and an adjustable floor means there's no lip to lift heavy luggage over. Tumble the back seats down and you open up a total of 1289 litres of load capacity.
The rear bumper sits quite low so even the ageing family hound should be able to leap in no bother and Shine Plus models have a folding front passenger seat that means long items don't need to be left behind. Shame it's not even an option on the rest of the range.
What you do get as standard are decent-sized door bins, a tray on the dashboard and a glovebox that sits below it. C3 Superfans will note the cubby between the front seats is a new addition for 2021.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Quality and finish
Citroen didn't develop Graphene – the man-made substance that's harder than diamond – but the interior plastics of the C3 Aircross sure makes you think it did. There's not an expensive soft-touch material to be found in there – they're all rock hard and scratchy while rapping your knuckles off the surfaces reveals them to be hollow, too.
All is not lost, though, because the Shine Plus model we drove had large swathes of tweed trim that make the short comings easier to forgive.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Infotainment
The Citroen C3 Aircross' infotainment screen is like a metaphor for the entire car – cool and quirky, but not the best when it comes to usability.
Citroen pioneered the idea of having almost all the car's secondary controls on the infotainment screen when the C3 Aircross launched in 2017 – it didn't work flawlessly then and it still doesn't. We're not sure how sifting through menus to turn up the heater will ever be easier than twisting a knob, but there you go.
On the bright side, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come as standard so most of the time you can rely on their intuitive menus and impressively accurate voice recognition systems to do your bidding flawlessly. They give you access to your favourite phone apps including Google Maps, Spotify and various others.
On a more basic note, the C-Series Edition makes do with a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the Shine and Shine Plus benefit from a larger 9-inch item.
Citroen C3 Aircross value for money
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Prices
The entry-point to the Citroen C3 Aircross spread of models is the C-Series Edition, which feels like more of a loss leader as it’s only offered with the less powerful 110PS 1.2 litre PureTech petrol engine. With a list price of £20,770, it’s keenly priced against rivals like the Ford Puma or Volkswagen T-Roc, and even superminis such as the Volkswagen Polo.
Citroen really gets into its stride with the Shine trim, which is available with both 110- and 130PS PureTech petrol motors, the latter with the six-speed automatic gearbox as standard. For these models, you’ll pay £21,700 and £23,280, respectively. The 1.5 litre diesel Blue HDi model with six-speeder manual splits the difference at £22,845.
Then we come to the Shine Plus at the pinnacle of the C3 Aircross range. It too comes with all three engine options, with the 110PS petrol costing from £23,510. The 130PS with auto ’box registers interest at £25,090, while the diesel goes from £24,655.
Optional upgrades for the C-Series Edition are few and far between, with most extras aimed at the Shine versions such as improved seating, leather upholstery, and Advanced Grip Control that offers a semblance of off-road ability.
On the used market, less than £10,000 gets you an early mid-range Feel model with our preferred 110PS PureTech petrol engine and around 65,000 miles on the clock. Strangely, you'll pay about the same for the 82PS version of the same engine which is no more economical and, because it does without a turbo, feels a lot slower.
A two-year old C3 Aircross with about 20,000 to its name will start at about £15,000, so you get a facelifted version with a decent chunk off the cost of a new car.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2024: Running Costs
Whichever C3 Aircross you choose to buy, you'll not have to deal with wallet-shattering running costs.
On paper, the 110PS model officially offers 54.4mpg and getting close to that figure shouldn't be difficult, while the 130PS model shouldn't struggle to return its official 47.3mpg figure.
The diesel is the most economical of the lot, returning an advertised 67.2mpg, but it's only worthwhile if you have high annual mileage.
First-year road tax ranges from £210 (123g/km CO2 for the 110PS diesel) to £645 (151g/km 130 PureTech in Shine Plus trim) and all cars pay road tax of £180 every year after that.
Insurance groups for the C3 Aircross vary between 14 and 17, depending on trim level. Oddly, the base C-Series Edition sits in the same Group 17 as the diesel Shine and Shine Plus models, so another reasons to miss out the base trim and head for a better equipped model.
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The Citroen C3 Aircross is available in three trims levels – C-Series Edition, Shine and Shine Plus.
C-Series is the entry-level trim. On the outside, you get 16-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, tinted rear windows, and Anodised Bronze colour pack. You'll find auto lights and wipers, heated and electrically operated door mirrors, rear parking sensors, and inside there's a 7-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also has electric windows all-round, air conditioning, and cruise control.
Shine models add to that list and can be spotted by their black exterior details. They get useful kit like an adjustable boot floor and an extra storage area between the front seats. They also get the uprated 9-inch screen that has built-in sat-nav with a three-year subscription to Citroen's Connected Navigation Pack, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Top-of-the-range Shine Plus models have 17-inch wheels and roof painted black. They get the thicker Citroen Advanced Comfort seats, a front passenger seat that folds flat, and a rear bench that slides forwards and backwards. They also get extra gadgets including keyless entry, front parking sensors and a rear-view camera.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4154–4155 mm |
| Width | 1765–1976 mm |
| Height | 1597–1637 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2604 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1088–1233 kg |
| Boot Space | 410–1289 L |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Servicing | 9300–16000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £17,160–£23,570 |
| Insurance Groups | 12–18 |
| Road Tax Bands | B–F |
| Official MPG | 49.6–70.6 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 5 |
Currently on sale
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| MAX BlueHDi 110 Start/Stop 5dr | £23,180 | - | 10.8 s |
| MAX PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | £21,990 | - | 10.1 s |
| MAX PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | £23,570 | - | 9.2 s |
| Plus PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | £19,890 | - | 10.1 s |
| Plus PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | £21,470 | - | 9.2 s |
| YOU! PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | £17,160 | - | 10.1 s |
On sale until February 2024
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| C-Series Edition PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.0 s |
| Rip Curl BlueHDi 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.8 s |
| Rip Curl PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.1 s |
| Rip Curl PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Shine BlueHDi 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.8 s |
| Shine Plus BlueHDi 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.8 s |
| Shine Plus PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.1 s |
| Shine Plus PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Shine PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.1 s |
| Shine PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
On sale until August 2022
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| C-Series PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.1 s |
On sale until October 2021
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.2 Prt 110 C-Series 6speed Start+Stop 5dr | £20,225 | - | 10.1 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 Rip Curl Start+Stop 5dr | £18,390 | 58.9 mpg | 11.3 s |
| Shine BlueHDi 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.8 s |
| Shine Plus BlueHDi 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.8 s |
| Shine Plus PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.1 s |
| Shine Plus PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Shine PureTech 110 Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 10.1 s |
| Shine PureTech 130 EAT6 Auto Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
On sale until April 2021
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 Feel 6speed Start+Stop 5dr | - | 58.9 mpg | 11.3 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 Feel EAT6 Start+Stop 5dr | - | 49.6 mpg | 11.8 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 Flair 6speed Start+Stop 5dr | - | 58.9 mpg | 11.3 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 Flair EAT6 Start+Stop 5dr | - | 49.6 mpg | 11.8 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 130 Feel Start+Stop 5dr | - | 54.3 mpg | 10.4 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 130 Flair Start+Stop 5dr | - | 54.3 mpg | 10.4 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 130 Flair Start+Stop EAT6 5dr | - | - | - |
| 1.2 Puretech 82 Feel 5dr | - | 56.5 mpg | 15.9 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 82 Flair 5dr | - | 56.5 mpg | 15.9 s |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Feel 5dr | - | 70.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Flair 5dr | - | 70.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
On sale until January 2021
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.2 Puretech 110 Origins Start+Stop 5dr | - | 51.5 mpg | 10.1 s |
| 1.2 Puretech 82 Touch 5dr | £15,085 | 56.5 mpg | 15.9 s |
On sale until April 2019
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Feel 5dr | £18,230 | 70.6 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Flair 5dr | £20,420 | 70.6 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Feel Start+Stop 5dr | £18,135 | 68.9 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Flair Start+Stop 5dr | £20,025 | 68.9 mpg | 10.7 s |
Model History
- August 2017: Citroen C3 Aircross prices announced
- January 2018: Active Safety Brake now standard on Flair models
- September 2018
- September 2019: Updates for Citroen C3 Aircross
- December 2019: Citroen C3 Aircross C-Series special edition announced
- December 2020: Updated Citroen C3 Aircross priced from £19,670
- December 2020: Citroen C3 Aircross C-Series priced from £17,000
- March 2021: Updated Citroen C3 Aircross range priced from £17,320
- April 2022: New Citroen C3 Aircross C-Series Edition priced from £20,075
- June 2022: Citroen C3 Aircross Rip Curl priced from £23,815
August 2017
Citroen C3 Aircross prices announced
Pricing starts from £13,995 OTR and it's officially on sale from 1 November 2017.
Technology is a core theme in with 12 different technologies that assist your journey including voice controlled 3D navigation, keyless entry and start, a reversing camera, lane departure warning and blind-spot monitoring. New C3 Aircross also offers best-in-class space for maximum passenger comfort, with generous legroom in the front and rear, as well as an exceptional modular boot space with a volume of up to 520-litres.
Available in three trim levels Touch, Feel and Flair, New C3 Aircross is enhanced by efficient, high-performance PureTech petrol and BlueHDi diesel engines, as well as the latest generation EAT6 fully automatic gearbox.
The Citroën Advanced Comfort programme has influenced the creation of the C3 Aircross with features designed to emphasise a feeling of reassurance, comfort and calm.
The ergonomically designed comfortable seats are paired with ingenious storage spaces and an uncluttered dashboard for passenger comfort. The continuous 360 o glazed area and opening panoramic sunroof fill the cabin with light meaning even greater visibility for both the driver and passengers.
It offers a choice of five different interior ambiences comprising of special seat upholstery, a range of dashboard textures, door panel designs, and touches of colour on the central console surround, steering wheel, air vents and seat backs.
The C3 Aircross boasts a generous and practical interior with a split sliding and folding rear bench, 60/40 split-folding and adjustable seat backs, perfect for long journeys. The class-leading boot space of 410-litres can be further extended up to 520-litres with the sliding rear bench option available on the Flair trim level.
The Citroën C3 Aircross introduces new technologies to the range including Grip Control with Hill Descent Assist. The enhanced traction system provides control and safety even on steep inclines reducing the risk of slipping or acceleration as the vehicle descends in forward or reverse gear.
The C3 Aircross promises continuous connectivity and infotainment via a 7-inch touchscreen which groups together the key vehicle functions such as air conditioning, radio, telephone and Sat Nav.
It is the first Citroën model to be equipped with a Wireless Smartphone Charging function where motorists can simply place a latest-generation smartphone on the charging area of the central console and the battery will continuously charge while the engine is on.
Other features include voice controlled 3D navigation via Citroën Connect Nav, Citroën Connect Box and also mirror screen function which is now available in Android Auto as well as MirrorLink and Apple CarPlay. To benefit from personalised information and support, customers can download the MyCitroën app for up-to-date data and reminders.
The C3 Aircross is available in its highest performance form with the PureTech 130 S&S with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The PureTech 110 S&S engine is available with a manual gearbox, as well as an EAT6 automatic gearbox. In addition, there is the choice of the PureTech 82 engine with a manual gearbox.
Diesels include the BlueHDi 120 S&S with a 6-speed manual gearbox or the BlueHDi 100 manual.
|
TRIM |
ENGINE |
CO 2 (g/km) |
MRRP OTR |
|
Touch |
PureTech 82 manual |
116 |
£13,995.00 |
|
Feel |
PureTech 82 manual |
116 |
£15,100.00 |
|
PureTech 110 S&S manual |
115 |
£16,200.00 |
|
|
PureTech 110 S&S EAT6 |
126 |
£17,400.00 |
|
|
PureTech 130 S&S manual |
119 |
£16,600.00 |
|
|
BlueHDi 100 manual |
104 |
£17,220.00 |
|
|
BlueHDi 120 S&S manual |
107 |
£17,920.00 |
|
|
Flair |
PureTech 82 manual |
116 |
£16,900.00 |
|
PureTech 110 S&S manual |
115 |
£18,000.00 |
|
|
PureTech 110 S&S EAT6 |
126 |
£19,200.00 |
|
|
PureTech 130 S&S manual |
119 |
£18,400.00 |
|
|
BlueHDi 100 manual |
104 |
£19,020.00 |
|
|
BlueHDi 120 S&S manual |
107 |
£19,720.00 |
January 2018
Active Safety Brake now standard on Flair models
Active Safety Brake with Forward Collision Warning has been added to Flair versions as standard equipment from January 2018 production.
Active Safety Brake reduces the risk of collision by braking in place of the driver. The multi-purpose camera at the top of the windscreen detects obstacles, such as a stationary vehicle or a car moving in the same direction at a slower speed. The system brakes automatically when a risk of collision is detected, from 3mph to 52mph.
September 2018
WLTP Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2 Puretech 110s now come with the much better 6-speed manual transmission.
September 2019
Updates for Citroen C3 Aircross
From October 2019 production, ‘Flair’ trim will incorporate the ‘Urban Red’ interior ambiance as standard along with an ergonomic folding driver’s armrest and seat back pockets.
New, and exclusive, to the ‘Flair’ trim, will be the 1.2-litre PureTech 130 engine with the EAT6 automatic transmission.
To celebrate its centenary in 2019, Citroën has previously released the C3 Aircross ‘Origins’ Collector’s Edition. Introduced to pay homage to 100 years of creativity and boldness for the brand, from October 2019, both the ‘Origins’ and the entry level ‘Feel’ trim level will benefit from the fitment of new ‘A-Class’ low rolling resistance tyres for further improved efficiency.
The updated C3 Aircross Compact SUV range can be ordered now, with first deliveries commencing from late October 2019.
|
TRIM LEVEL |
ENGINE |
MRRP OTR |
|
Feel |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual Euro 6.3 |
£18,225.00 |
|
BlueHDi 100 6-speed manual |
£19,065.00 |
|
TRIM LEVEL |
ENGINE |
MRRP OTR |
|
Origins |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual Euro 6.3 |
£19,725.00 |
|
TRIM LEVEL |
ENGINE |
MRRP OTR |
|
Flair |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual Euro 6.3 |
£20,480.00 |
|
PureTech 130 S&S EAT6 automatic Euro 6.3 |
£22,080.00 |
|
|
BlueHDi 100 6-speed manual |
£21,320.00 |
December 2019
Citroen C3 Aircross C-Series special edition announced
Available from February 2020, the the C-Series is based on the Feel trim level.
Exterior styling enhancements to the ‘C-Series’ special edition include a unique ‘Regal Red’ Colour Pack – complete with coloured headlamp surrounds and matching door mirrors – complemented by a bi-tone black roof and 16-inch ‘Matrix’ gloss black alloy wheels. To complete the look, 3D ‘C-Series’ badging adorns the front doors.
The Regal Red Colour Pack can be combined with a choice of four body colours: Natural White, Perla Nera Black, Cumulus Grey and Platinum Grey.
Inside, the interior is enhanced with a dashboard insert made from soft-touch material and Satin Chrome air-vent surrounds. The seats feature white stitching and horizontal red stripe. Unique black front and rear mats are fitted along with a bespoke door-sill trim.
Above the Feel trim level, the C-Series adds automatic air conditioning, automatic windscreen wipers, electrochrome rear view mirror, rear parking sensors plus Mirror Screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The C3 Aircross Compact SUV ‘C-Series’ special edition is powered by the 1.2-litre PureTech 110 Stop & Start engine, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
C3 Aircross Compact SUV ‘C-Series’ 1.2L PureTech 110 Stop & Start 6-speed manual is available to order now, from only £19,550, with first customer deliveries expected from late February 2020.
December 2020
Updated Citroen C3 Aircross priced from £19,670
Prices for the C3 Aircross Compact SUV versions start from just £17,000 for the new ‘C-Series’ trim. C3 Aircross SUV is now available in ‘Shine‘, ‘C-Series’, ‘Rip Curl’ and ‘Shine Plus’ trim levels.
All versions in the range come very well appointed, so ‘Shine’ customers enjoy Citroën Connect Nav with a three-year subscription to TomTom Live Services®, Active Safety Brake, forward collision alert, Citroën Connect Box emergency and assistance system, driver’s armrest and the useful flex/load pull-out boot floor system.
Moving up to ‘C-Series’ models, buyers can expect an all-new Anodised Deep Red colour pack and a distinctive ‘C-Series’ door signature, alongside 16-inch ‘Matrix’ alloy wheels. Inside, the vehicles come with a Graphite Grey interior with white stitching and embroidered labels on the seats. There is also a soft touch dashboard facia, and satin chrome air vent surrounds and steering wheel inserts. Owners also get DAB radio, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto, all as standard. Priced from just £17,000, this trim level represents outstanding value for money in the B-SUV segment.
‘Rip Curl’ models add a number of bespoke details over and above the ‘Shine’ derivative, including exterior decals and a yellow colour pack with a black bi-tone roof. For enhanced practicality, ‘Rip Curl’ models also feature a sliding and 60/40 split/fold rear seat configuration.
Range-topping ‘Shine Plus’ versions feature keyless entry and start, a reversing camera, front parking sensors, a flat-folding front passenger seat and 17-inch ‘4-Ever’ alloy wheels as standard.
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TRIM LEVEL |
POWERTRAIN |
MRRP OTR |
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Shine |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
£19,670 |
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PureTech 130 S&S EAT6 automatic |
£21,250 |
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BlueHDi 110 6-speed manual |
£20,840 |
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C-Series |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
£17,000 |
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Rip Curl |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
£20,550 |
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Shine Plus |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
£20,550 |
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PureTech 130 S&S EAT6 automatic |
£22,130 |
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BlueHDi 110 6-speed manual |
£21,720
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December 2020
Citroen C3 Aircross C-Series priced from £17,000
Standard vehicles are offered in ‘Natural White’ solid paint with optional Perla Nera Black, Cumulus Grey and Platinum Grey metallic paint options priced at £520. C3 Aircross ‘C-Series’ models are powered by the 1.2L PureTech 110 stop and start petrol engine with a six-speed manual gearbox, ensuring low emissions and an insurance group as low as 19E.
C3 Aircross Compact SUV ‘C-Series’ derivatives feature an Anodised Deep Red colour pack and boasts distinctive ‘C-Series’ door graphics alongside 16-inch ‘Matrix’ alloy wheels.
Inside, the models come with a Graphite Grey interior with white stitching, a soft-touch dashboard facia and satin chrome inserts. Owners also get a DAB radio, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto as standard.
Other features on the standard equipment list are automatic lights and wipers, automatic air conditioning and rear parking sensors. Additional safety features include coffee break alert, lane departure warning and speed limit recognition and recommendation for added peace-of-mind.
March 2021
Updated Citroen C3 Aircross range priced from £17,320
Facelifted C3 Aircross expected to arrive in showrooms from June. Features updated front-end with LED headlights and a new aluminium-grey coloured skid plate featuring coloured inserts.
Inside, the updated C3 Aircross features a new central console with a large storage space between the front seats – accessible to both the front and rear passengers – which closes with a sliding cover (Shine & Shine Plus).
The rear bench that can also slide forwards and backwards by 150mm (Shine Plus). Split 60/40, both parts can be moved independently for added practicality. As a result, boot volume can be increased from 410 to 520-litres (depending on the position of the rear bench), and enlarged again up to 1,289-litres with the rear seats folded down.
The personalisation options available on the C3 Aircross have been upgraded to satisfy every customer need. New C3 Aircross SUV can now be specified with a broad range of exterior style combinations based around seven body colours – three are new for 2021: 'Khaki Grey', 'Voltaic Blue' and 'Polar White'.
The choice of four Colour Packs (Shine & Shine Plus), includes two new colours featuring textured effects – Anodised Orange and Anodised Dark Blue. The Colour Packs include strikingly-designed coloured touches on the edges of the front skid plate, on the door mirrors and on the rear quarter-lights. The latter are also home to a new side signature graphic. The ‘Freeglass’ side signature is available with the White and Anodised Orange Colour Packs, and is colour-coded to match the chosen pack. Alternatively, the ‘Reflective’ design option is available with the Black and Anodised Dark Blue Colour Packs, and is a consistent chrome design regardless of the colour chosen.
'C-Series' models feature a bespoke Regal Red Colour Pack, and clear inserts on the rear quarter-lights.
In addition, customers can also choose between three roof finishes – Perla Nera Black, Polar White or monotone (body coloured).
On the inside, over and above the standard interior – which features grey seat upholstery combined with a textured grey dashboard – two new interior ambiences are introduced into the range:
- Metropolitan Graphite – combines a Graphite Grey leather-effect material, with flecked grey fabric and a grey dashboard strip (standard on Shine Plus, optional on Shine)
- Hype Grey – combines grey-green leather and black leather-effect upholstery, with a grey-green leather-effect dashboard strip (optional on Shine Plus only)
Both the Metropolitan Graphite and Hype Grey interiors adorn Citroën Advanced Comfort® seats, which are supremely comfortable and feature the same distinctive topstitching that was first introduced on New C4.
'C-Series' models feature Graphite Grey cloth upholstery with a Regal Red strip, whilst 'Shine' models boast Mica Grey cloth trim with light grey detailing.
Customers can choose from a trio of specifications in the new model range:
C-Series: F eatures diamond-cut 16-inch alloy wheels, black roof bars and the Anodised Regal Red Colour Pack with a monotone roof, as standard. Automatic eco-LED headlights and LED daytime running lights combine with separate fog lamps at the front of the car. At the rear, parking sensors also feature as standard.
The re-designed centre console provides enhanced stowage and cup holders, and the Graphite Grey upholstery combines with white stitching and satin chrome trim for a premium feel. Advanced technology includes a six-speaker infotainment system with DAB radio and Bluetooth® connectivity, all controlled via a seven-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto compatibility.
Shine: The Black exterior Colour Pack with the ‘Reflective’ rear quarter-light design helps to identify the Shine model on the outside, while Mica Grey cloth upholstery and chrome trim features inside. Practicality is enhanced by the 'Flex Load / Pull Out' boot floor, while connectivity is boosted by a larger nine-inch infotainment touchscreen with Citroën Connect Nav (includes three-year subscription to Real Time Traffic and alerts). Advanced safety is provided by Active Safety Brake with Forward Collision Alert.
Shine Plus: Top of the range Shine Plus specification includes a White Colour Pack with the ‘Freeglass’ quarter-light graphic, a Perla Nera Black bi-tone roof, larger 17-inch alloy wheels and the upgraded Metropolitan Graphite interior – which adds Citroën Advanced Comfort seats, a gloss black centre console and satin chrome trim.
Front parking sensors and a rear vision camera aid low speed manoeuvring, while keyless entry and start delivers enhanced convenience. Practicality is boosted by a flat-folding front passenger seat and sliding 60/40 split rear bench. The folding front passenger seat gives New C3 Aircross SUV a maximum load length of 2.40m – ideal for transporting long objects such as furniture and sports equipment.
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Model |
Powertrain |
CO 2 |
Basic MRRP |
VAT |
Total MRRP |
OTR MRRP |
P11 D |
2021/ |
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C-Series |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
134 |
£13,575.00 |
£2,715.00 |
£16,290.00 |
£17,320.00 |
£17,045.00 |
30 |
|
Shine |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
134 |
£15,716.67 |
£3,143.33 |
£18,860.00 |
£19,890.00 |
£19,615.00 |
30 |
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PureTech 130 S&S EAT6 automatic |
140 |
£17,033.33 |
£3,406.67 |
£20,440.00 |
£21,470.00 |
£21,195.00 |
32 |
|
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BlueHDi 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
123 |
£16,725.00 |
£3,345.00 |
£20,070.00 |
£21,060.00 |
£20,825.00 |
28 |
|
|
Shine Plus |
PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
136 |
£17,058.33 |
£3,411.67 |
£20,470.00 |
£21,500.00 |
£21,225.00 |
31 |
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PureTech 130 S&S EAT6 automatic |
142 |
£18,375.00 |
£3,675.00 |
£22,050.00 |
£23,080.00 |
22,805.00 |
32 |
|
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BlueHDi 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
125 |
£18,066.67 |
£3,613.33 |
£21,680.00 |
£22,670.00 |
£22,435.00 |
29
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April 2022
New Citroen C3 Aircross C-Series Edition priced from £20,075
The C3 Aircross ‘C-Series Edition’ sits just below the ‘Shine’ trim level and comes as standard with Citroën’s distinctive Anodised Bronze Colour Pack, on this occasion featuring a bronze-coloured skid plate insert at the front of the car and bronze door mirrors. C3 Aircross ‘C-Series Edition’ also features 16-inch ‘X Cross’ black alloy wheels, dark-tinted rear windows and comes complete with 3D ‘C-Series Edition’ badging on the front doors.
The interior of C3 Aircross ‘C-Series Edition’ boasts a leather-effect wrapped dashboard and a leather steering wheel, custom floor mats and ‘Mica Grey’ upholstery, offering a premium feel throughout. For added convenience, C3 Aircross ‘C-Series Edition’ comes standard with rear parking sensors, automatic ECO LED headlights and automatic windscreen wipers. Owners will also benefit from the built-in DAB digital radio that is accessible via the seven-inch touchscreen. Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto are also offered as standard.
Available with an efficient and powerful 1.2-litre PureTech 110 petrol engine and a six-speed manual gearbox, C3 Aircross ‘C-Series Edition’ is available from £20,075
June 2022
Citroen C3 Aircross Rip Curl priced from £23,815
Based on the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Plus, the Rip Curl adds 17-inch black alloy wheels with all-season tyres. The C3 Aircross Rip Curl also features an ‘Anodised Blue’ Colour Pack with blue skid plate inserts at the front and blue door mirrors. ’Rip Curl’ decals can be found around the exterior. Four body colours are available: Polar White (standard colour), Perla Nera Black, Platinum Grey and Cumulus Grey.
The blue colour theme of the exterior continues inside, with ‘Rip Curl’ sapphire blue leather-effect and cloth upholstery, and ‘Urban Blue Ambience’ within the cabin. The Citroën Advanced Comfort® seats, dashboard, centre console and air vent surrounds all feature blue splashes of colour. The blue floor mats are bespoke to ‘Rip Curl’ models.
Further enhancements include a panoramic sunroof with an electric sunblind, as well as a Sight & Sound Pack with an up-graded Hi-Fi, a colour head-up display and a colour matrix display binnacle.
The new ‘Rip Curl’ trim is available with a choice of two petrol engines and one Diesel powertrain. Petrol models feature Citroën’s highly acclaimed 1.2-litre three-cylinder PureTech unit, with PureTech 110 versions featuring a 6-speed manual gearbox. PureTech 130 versions are specified with a smooth and efficient 6-speed EAT6 automatic transmission. The 1.5-litre BlueHDi 110 Diesel is available exclusively as a 6-speed manual.
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NEW C3 AIRCROSS RIP CURL |
MRRP OTR |
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PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
£23,815 |
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PureTech 130 S&S EAT6 automatic |
£25,395 |
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BlueHDi 110 S&S 6-speed manual |
£24,985 |
What to watch out for
Report that UK deliveries of Citroen C3 Aircross fitted with reversing cameras are delayed by 6 months until May/June 2018. Citroen offering a £500 discount for customers to stick with their orders.
03-02-2018:Report of customer wanting to order another Citroen C3 Aircross in November 2017, but dealer could not forward the order until 5th January 2008 as Citreon was blocking the order. Consequently the car won't start to be built until mid April for May/June delivery. Citroen had not communicated anything to the owner and no word from Citroen of £500 sweetener to stick with the order.
24-10-2018:Report by dealer to owner of rear brake corroded on a January 2018 Citroen C3 Aircross at 12,000 miles. This is premature and the dealer should be held liable to replace them for not having been "of satisfactory quality".
16-05-2019:Report of 2018 Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2 Puretech bought in January 2019 using 1 litre of oil per 1,000 miles.
24-09-2019:Report of problem with touch-scteen of 2018 Citroen C3 Aircross Ripcurl 1.2 Puretech 110 6-speed with Grip Control. If the demist switch is used on some occasions the temperature control ceases to alter the temperature even after the demister is switched off and the car remained so hot windows had to be opened even in sub zero temperatures last winter. Owner took the car to a dealer weeks after collecting it when the fault first appeared but they couldn’t find anything wrong. They raised a Citroen incident report. Since then Owner has written to Citroen UK but they have not helped. This has been going on since December 2018.
