Citroen C3
The Citroen C3 is a hatchback and convertible model, produced 2002–present, spanning 9 generations with 230 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the C3 (2024-), ë-C3 CC21 (2023-), C3 Facelift 2020 (2020-2024) and C3 SX (2016-2020). Body styles across the C3 lineage span hatchback and convertible, reflecting different market positions throughout production. The C3 (2010-2013) generation is the most extensively documented, with 43 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your C3 generation.
How many generations does the Citroen C3 have?
The Citroen C3 has 9 generations with 230 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Citroen C3 produced?
The Citroen C3 has been produced 2002–present. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Citroen C3?
The Citroen C3 is available as Hatchback, Convertible. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
C3 (2024-)
C3 Facelift 2020 (2020-2024)
C3 Facelift 2013 (2013-2016)
C3 (2010-2013)
C3 Facelift 2005 (2005-2010)
C3 Pluriel (2003-2010)
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€10,211
- Fuel / energy€10,500
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€2,540
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
Main rivals
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Citroen C3: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- C3 Cross
- C3 OriginEurope2024–2025
- ë-C3
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3 FC (2002-2005)2002–2005 | 79 hp | 14.6 s | 30 | €14k–€21k | ★ 3.3 |
| C3 Facelift 2005 (2005-2010)2005–2010 | 78 hp | 13.7 s | 35 | €11k–€22k | ★ 3.6 |
| C3 (2010-2013)2010–2013 | 90 hp | 13 s | 43 | €13k–€25k | ★ 4.2 |
| C3 Facelift 2013 (2013-2016)2013–2016 | 92 hp | 11.9 s | 36 | €14k–€25k | ★ 4.5 |
| C3 SX (2016-2020)2016–2020 | 95 hp | 11.4 s | 27 | €16k–€24k | ★ 4.1 |
| C3 Facelift 2020 (2020-2024)2020–2024 | 100 hp | 10.9 s | 33 | €18k–€30k | ★ 4.2 |
| ë-C3 CC21 (2023-)2023–present | 113 hp | 11.5 s | 7 | €20k–€28k | ★ 2.6 |
| C3 (2024-)2024–present | 100 hp | 11.3 s | 9 | €23k–€28k | ★ 2.5 |