Citroën C3

Micro SUV

₹4.80 Lakh - ₹9.05 Lakh

Ex-showroom

6 Variants

Max Power
109 bhp
205 Nm Torque
Best Mileage
19.3 kmpl
(Petrol)
Safety Rating
Not Rated
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Citroen C3 Variants

11 variants available

feel manual petrol

₹5.70 Lakh
Ex-showroom
PetrolManual 5-seater
Power80.46 bhp
Torque115 Nm
Mileage19.3 kmpl
Est. On-Road: 6,40,562(Delhi)

live manual petrol

₹4.80 Lakh
Ex-showroom
PetrolManual 5-seater
Power80.46 bhp
Torque115 Nm
Mileage19.3 kmpl
Est. On-Road: 5,41,059(Delhi)

shine manual petrol

₹7.23 Lakh
Ex-showroom
PetrolManual 5-seater
Power80.46 bhp
Torque115 Nm
Mileage19.3 kmpl
Est. On-Road: 8,10,937(Delhi)

shine dt manual petrol

₹8.06 Lakh
Ex-showroom
PetrolManual 5-seater
Power80.46 bhp
Torque115 Nm
Mileage19.3 kmpl
Est. On-Road: 9,02,438(Delhi)

shine turbo manual petrol

₹8.33 Lakh
Ex-showroom
PetrolManual 5-seater
Power108.62 bhp
Torque190 Nm
Mileage19.3 kmpl
Est. On-Road: 9,32,780(Delhi)

shine turbo automatic petrol

₹9.05 Lakh
Ex-showroom
PetrolAutomatic 5-seater
Power108.62 bhp
Torque205 Nm
Mileage19.3 kmpl
Est. On-Road: 10,12,992(Delhi)
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Expert Reviews

Independent professional assessment

7.1/10

Overall Rating: Good Choice

Calculated average from all category scores

Strengths

exceptional design language

impressive turbo performance

excellent infotainment system

sophisticated driving dynamics

Limitations

basic safety equipment

cost cutting in quality

missing convenience features

limited rear space width

Performance
Above Average
7.8
"The C3's performance is genuinely impressive for the segment, with the turbo-petrol delivering exceptional torque and power figures. The driving dynamics feel sophisticated beyond the car's positioning, though refinement suffers at high revs."
Average of expert ratings for:
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Safety
Below Average
5.5
"Safety equipment is disappointingly basic for the segment, with several expected features missing. The focus appears to be on cost-cutting rather than comprehensive protection."
Average of expert ratings for:
Real World Safety Feel, Safety Adequacy Rating
Quality
Below Average
5.3
"Quality reflects the budget positioning but cost-cutting is evident in multiple areas. Build feels solid overall but material quality and finishing could be better."
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Design
Good
8.5
"Design is the C3's strongest asset, with distinctive French styling that manages to be both funky and appealing. The exterior and interior design language successfully differentiates it in the crowded segment."
Average of expert ratings for:
Exterior Design Rating, Interior Design Rating
Space
Above Average
7.3
"Space utilization is good for the compact footprint, with the long wheelbase helping interior room. Front space is excellent, rear adequate for occasional use, but width limits 5-adult seating."
Average of expert ratings for:
Front Space Rating, Rear Space Rating, Space Efficiency Rating
Infotainment
Above Average
7.0
"The 10-inch touchscreen is a standout feature with excellent functionality and wireless connectivity. Audio system performance is adequate but the interface quality is impressive for the segment."
Average of expert ratings for:
User Interface Rating, Audio Quality Rating
Average of expert ratings for [Performance, Safety, Quality, Design, Space, Infotainment]
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