Citroën C3

2005 – 2009 France

The Citroën C3 was in production from 2005 to 2009. Buyers could choose between petrol and diesel engines, from 60 to 110 hp. Fuel use starts at only 4.4 L/100 km. The lightest version weighs only 985 kg.

Body styleNot specified

Production2005 – 2009

Variants12

FuelPetrol, Gas / other, Diesel

Key specifications (range)

Power60 – 110 hp

0–100 km/h9.5 – 16.0 s

Top speed153 – 190 km/h

Fuel economy4.4 – 7.0 L/100 km

Front Wheel Drive

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
1.1L 5MT FWD (60 HP) 1.1 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	60 hp	15.9 s	158	5-speed manual
1.4L Aardgas 5MT FWD (68 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Natural Gas	68 hp	16.0 s	153	5-speed manual
1.4L HDi 5MT FWD (68 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	68 hp	15.4 s	166	5-speed manual
1.4L HDi 5MT FWD (70 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	70 hp	14.8 s	166	5-speed manual
1.4L 5AT FWD (75 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	75 hp	12.4 s	167	5-speed automatic
1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	75 hp	12.4 s	167	5-speed manual
1.4L 5AT FWD (90 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	90 hp	13.0 s	177	5-speed automatic
1.4L 5MT FWD (90 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	90 hp	13.0 s	177	5-speed manual
1.6L HDi 5MT FWD (90 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	90 hp	12.0 s	180	5-speed manual
1.6L 4AT FWD (110 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	110 hp	12.8 s	185	4-speed automatic
1.6L 5AT FWD (110 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	110 hp	12.6 s	190	5-speed automatic
1.6L HDiF 5MT FWD (110 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	110 hp	9.5 s	190	5-speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1124 cm3 (69 ci)
Power: 44.1 KW @ 5500 RPM60 HP @ 5500 RPM59 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque: 69 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM94 Nm @ 3400 RPM
Fuel System: Monopoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 98 mph (158 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 15.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2172 lbs (985 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3269 lbs (1483 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 140 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1360 cm3 (83 ci)
Power: 50 KW @ 5400 RPM68 HP @ 5400 RPM67 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque: 80 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM108 Nm @ 3400 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Natural Gas

Performance

Top Speed: 95 mph (153 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 16 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2332 lbs (1058 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3329 lbs (1510 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Combined: 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 119 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1398 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 50 KW @ 4000 RPM68 HP @ 4000 RPM67 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 111 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM150 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel

Performance

Top Speed: 103 mph (166 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 15.4 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60R15

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.7/56.7 in (1,440/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.7 cuFT (303 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2310 lbs (1048 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3393 lbs (1539 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1398 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 51.5 KW @ 4000 RPM70 HP @ 4000 RPM69 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 118 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM160 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 103 mph (166 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2198 lbs (997 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3329 lbs (1510 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 115 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1360 cm3 (83 ci)
Power: 55.2 KW @ 5400 RPM75 HP @ 5400 RPM74 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque: 89 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM120 Nm @ 3400 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 104 mph (167 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.4 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2275 lbs (1032 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3329 lbs (1510 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km)
Highway: 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 146 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1360 cm3 (83 ci)
Power: 55.2 KW @ 5400 RPM75 HP @ 5400 RPM74 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque: 89 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM120 Nm @ 3400 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 104 mph (167 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.4 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2180 lbs (989 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3329 lbs (1510 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km)
Highway: 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 145 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1360 cm3 (83 ci)
Power: 66.2 KW @ 5250 RPM90 HP @ 5250 RPM89 BHP @ 5250 RPM
Torque: 98 lb-ft @ 3250 RPM133 Nm @ 3250 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 110 mph (177 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 13 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2275 lbs (1032 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3384 lbs (1535 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 143 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1360 cm3 (83 ci)
Power: 66.2 KW @ 5250 RPM90 HP @ 5250 RPM89 BHP @ 5250 RPM
Torque: 98 lb-ft @ 3250 RPM133 Nm @ 3250 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 110 mph (177 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 13 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2275 lbs (1032 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3384 lbs (1535 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 143 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1560 cm3 (95 ci)
Power: 66.2 KW @ 4000 RPM90 HP @ 4000 RPM89 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 159 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM215 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel

Performance

Top Speed: 112 mph (180 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60R15

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.7/56.7 in (1,440/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.7 cuFT (303 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2359 lbs (1070 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3483 lbs (1580 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 63.6 mpg US (3.7 L/100Km)
Combined: 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1587 cm3 (97 ci)
Power: 80.9 KW @ 5750 RPM110 HP @ 5750 RPM108 BHP @ 5750 RPM
Torque: 108 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM147 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 115 mph (185 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 4-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2443 lbs (1108 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3455 lbs (1567 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km)
Highway: 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
Combined: 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 172 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1587 cm3 (97 ci)
Power: 80.9 KW @ 5750 RPM110 HP @ 5750 RPM108 BHP @ 5750 RPM
Torque: 108 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM147 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 118 mph (190 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.6 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2344 lbs (1063 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3439 lbs (1560 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km)
Highway: 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
Combined: 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 148 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1560 cm3 (95 ci)
Power: 80.9 KW @ 4000 RPM110 HP @ 4000 RPM108 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 177 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM240 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gallons (46.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 118 mph (190 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/65 R14

Dimensions

Length: 151.6 in (3851 mm)
Width: 65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height: 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 10.8 cuFT (306 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.3

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2429 lbs (1102 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3530 lbs (1601 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 120 g/km

Length3,851 mm

Width1,669 mm

Height1,519 mm

Wheelbase2,461 mm

Curb weight985 – 1,108 kg

Torque94 – 240 Nm

Ranges across all 12 variants of this generation.