2009-2016 C3 OverviewCitroën C3 Overview (2009 - 2016)
2009 - 2016
Tech Specs Summary
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- 96 - 118 mph
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- 8.9 - 16.5 seconds
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- 59 - 118 hp
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- 38.6 - 69.2 mpg
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- 2,348 - 3,104 lbs
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- 10.6 - 39.6 ft3
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 hp 1.1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine to a 118 hp 1.2 L Inline 3 Turbo gasoline 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 e-HDi 110 FAP which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 112 hp and a power/weight ratio of 20.97 lb/hp it has a top speed of 118 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
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 10.6-39.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,257 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 2,535 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
