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Curt Dupriez
2021 Citroen C3 Aircross review
Interesting and confounding, quirky and pricey, the C3 Aircross is a mixed bag that might reward buyers who don’t mind splashing out for something a bit different.
5 Years Ago
Overview
Variant
Shine
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.2 L
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
81kW / 205Nm
682km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 118
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
CO2 Level (Urban): 206
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 75.0
Engine (cc): 1199
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 3
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Panel
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 682
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 424
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 45
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 183
Maximum Speed (mph): 114
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 110
Maximum Power (kW): 81
Maximum Torque (Nm): 205
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather & Piano Black
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: PF1
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 45.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1289
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 410
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Front Track (in): 59.6
Front Track (mm): 1513
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Overall Height (in): 64.4
Overall Height (mm): 1637
Overall Length (in): 163.6
Overall Length (mm): 4155
Overall Width (in): 69.1
Overall Width (mm): 1756
Rear Track (in): 58.7
Rear Track (mm): 1491
Wheelbase (in): 102.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2604
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Two Tone: yes
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 840
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1852
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 620
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1367
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1805
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3979
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1161
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2560
Tare Weight (kg): 1120
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: 0
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Full Map And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Lane Departure Warning
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12