Citroën2009-2016 C3 Overview

Citroën C3 Overview (2009 - 2016)

2009 - 2016

Tech Specs Summary


96 - 118 mph

8.9 - 16.5 seconds

59 - 118 BHP

46.3 - 83.1 mpg
kg
1,065 - 1,408 kg

300 - 1,121 L
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This generation of the Citroën C3 was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 2009 - 2016. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 59 BHP 1.1 L Inline 4 petrol engine to a 118 BHP 1.2 L Inline 3 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Citroën C3 e-HDi 110 FAP
(2013 - 2014)
...i 110 FAP

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the C3 is the Citroën C3 e-HDi 110 FAP which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 112 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 105 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 118 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.7 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Citroën C3 e-HDi 110 FAP
(2013 - 2014)
...i 110 FAP

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Citroën C3 e-HDi 110 FAP is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 735 miles and can store 300-1,121 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 570 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,150 kg.

Euro NCAP Results

2009
★★★★
Adult Occupant
83%
Child Occupant
74%
Pedestrian
33%
Safety Assist
40%
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