2002-2010 C3 OverviewCitroën C3 Overview (2002 - 2010)
2002 - 2010
Tech Specs Summary
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- 97 - 119 mph
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- 9.5 - 17.3 seconds
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- 59 - 108 hp
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- 32.6 - 54.7 mpg
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- 2,321 - 2,778 lbs
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- 9.4 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 10.8 - 40.6 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Citroën C3 was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 2002 - 2010. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 59 hp 1.1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine to a 108 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the C3 is the Citroën C3 1.6 16v Senso Drive which scores 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 108 hp and a power/weight ratio of 23.24 lb/hp it has a top speed of 119 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Citroën C3 1.4 HDi 16v is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 650 miles and can store 10.8-40.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,590 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
