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2006 Citroen C3
The 2006 Citroen C3 is a light Luxury. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $17,990 for the SX variant and topping out at $23,990 for the Exclusive variant.
There are 3 variants of the C3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2002.
The 2006 C3 was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Citroen C3 include 1.4 in-line 4-cylinder (55kW/120Nm), 1.4 in-line 4-cylinder (55kW/120Nm), 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder (80kW/147Nm) and 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder (80kW/147Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual or 4-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $17,990 - $23,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $17,990 - $23,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Citroen C3
2006 Citroen C3
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Protection, prevention, and alerts
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2006 Citroen C3
Available Variants
The Citroen C3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being SX and the most expensive being Exclusive.
2006 Citroen C3
News
Derek Fung
Euro Citroen e-C3 ready to tackle to cheap Chinese electric cars
Cheap and cheerful, but not basic to the point of torture. That seems to be the design brief for the new Euro Citroen e-C3.
2 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Citroen C3 recalled
The 2022 Citroen C3 has been recalled to fix a problem with the rear crossmember, which could lead to a "sudden loss of vehicle control".
3 Years Ago
Derek Fung
New Citroen e-C3 to take on Chinese electric cars in Europe
The next-generation C3 will have an all-electric model that will aim to be price competitive with EVs coming out of China.
3 Years Ago
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Power to Weight
47.95 - 75.61 kW/t
47.95 kW/t
86.96 kW/t
Boot Space
305 litres
270 litres
305 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.2 - 7 L/100km
5 L/100km
7.8 L/100km
Price
$17,990 - $23,990
$16,990
$26,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
5 years
2 years
4 years
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Shine
2023
$32,267
Year
2023
Engine Type
1.2L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Maximum Power
81 kW
2006 Citroen C3
Dimensions
3,850 mm
1,667 mm
1,520 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,850 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,667 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,520 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,460 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,110 mm |
| Load Capacity | 323 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Citroen C3
Sales Data
202424Total Sales
20256Total Sales
20260YTD Sales
Citroen C3 Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2006 Citroen C3
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Citroen C3 is the SX variant that starts from $17,990.
See all Citroen C3 PricingThe most expensive Citroen C3 is the Limited Editiion variant that starts from $23,990.
See all Citroen C3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Citroen C3 is 1180 kg offered by the following variants: Limited Editiion and Exclusive.
See all Citroen C3 towing capacityThe largest Citroen C3 is the SX variant which measures 1667mm wide, 3850mm in length and sits 1520mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 80kW of power and 147nm of torque are the Limited Editiion and Exclusive variants.
The Citroen C3 is built in France and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Citroen C3 is the Limited Editiion variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1597 kg.
The Citroen C3 uses Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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