Citroen C3 2020 vs Mazda CX-5 2012

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Citroen C3
2020 -
Mazda CX-5
2012 - 2015
Body: HatchbackCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Citroen C3 is available only with front wheel drive, while Mazda CX-5 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.2 - 1.52.0 - 2.5

Performance

Power: 83 - 110 HP150 - 192 HP
Torque: 118 - 250 NM210 - 420 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 - 13.3 seconds7.9 - 10.2 seconds
In general, Mazda CX-5 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Citroen C3. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.2 - 4.74.6 - 7.3
Citroen C3 petrol engines consumes on average 2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda CX-5. On average, Citroen C3 equipped with diesel engines consume 2.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda CX-5.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.00 m4.54 m
Width: 1.75 m1.84 m
Height: 1.47 m1.69 m
Citroen C3 is smaller.
Citroen C3 is 54 cm shorter than the Mazda CX-5, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen C3 is 21 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 300 litres505 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data1620 litres
Mazda CX-5 has more luggage space.
Citroen C3 has 205 litres less trunk space than the Mazda CX-5.
Turning diameter: no data11.2 meters
Gross weight: ~ 1`591 kg~ 2`045 kg
Net weight:~ 1`062 kg~ 1`473 kg
Load capacity:~ 529 kg~ 572 kg
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 14 2007200
Pros and Cons: Citroen C3 has
  • lower fuel consumption
Mazda CX-5 has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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