Peugeot 208 vs Citroën C3: which one to choose?
Peugeot 208 or Citroën C3? On price, Citroën C3 starts at €18,500 against €20,500 for Peugeot 208, a gap of €2,000. The right choice depends mostly on your budget, your use and the powertrain you want: here are the figures, then the profiles each one suits best.
The head-to-head in figures
| Peugeot 208 | Citroën C3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Body type | City car | City car |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 311 L | 310 L |
| New powertrains | Mild hybrid 48 V, Petrol, Electric | Mild hybrid 48 V, Electric |
| New price from | €20,500 | €18,500 |
| Lowest consumption | 4.9 L/100 km · 15.3 kWh/100 km | 4.9 L/100 km · 14.5 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range (max) | 410 km | 326 km |
| Used, 3 years old (est.) | €12,700 – €20,400 | €9,600 – €10,500 |
| Used, 5 years old (est.) | €9,700 – €15,600 | €7,400 – €8,100 |
Which one should you choose for your profile?
- Tight budget : Citroën C3 is €2,000 cheaper at entry level (€18,500 against €20,500).
- Electric range : Peugeot 208 goes up to 410 km (WLTP) against 326 km.
- Choice of engines : Peugeot 208 offers the wider choice, with 3 powertrains.
This head-to-head relies on spec sheets and public prices, not a road test. The best choice depends on your budget, your use and your journeys.
Frequently asked questions
Peugeot 208 or Citroën C3: which is cheaper?
Citroën C3 is cheaper at entry level: €18,500 against €20,500 for Peugeot 208 (entry trim, public price list).
Which has the bigger boot, Peugeot 208 or Citroën C3?
Peugeot 208: 311 L. Citroën C3: 310 L.
Are Peugeot 208 and Citroën C3 available as electric or hybrid?
Peugeot 208: Mild hybrid 48 V, Petrol, Electric. Citroën C3: Mild hybrid 48 V, Electric.
What are a used Peugeot 208 and Citroën C3 worth?
Compar'Car estimates a 2023 Peugeot 208 at €12,700 to €20,400 and a 2023 Citroën C3 at €9,600 to €10,500. These are estimates from a depreciation model, not market valuations.
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