Citroën C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a five-seat MPV powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine producing 88 kW and emitting 142 g/km of CO₂. Measuring 4,177 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,277 kg, it has a top speed of 187 km/h. Norwegian registrations peaked significantly in 2019 with 186 vehicles, declining sharply thereafter to just 9 registrations in 2022, for a total of 331 vehicles across 2019-2022.
| Manufacturer | Citroën |
|---|---|
| Body type | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 90 kW (120 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 125 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,375 kg |
| Displacement | 1,201 cc |
| Top speed | 188 km/h |
| Length | 4,187 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,773 mm |
| Height | 1,644 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 28 European countries that registered the Citroën C3 Aircross in 2025 (33,236 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Citroën C3 Aircross registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Citroën C3 Aircross cars registered for the first time across 28 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| France | 13,229 |
| Italy | 5,422 |
| Germany | 3,177 |
| Belgium | 2,646 |
| Portugal | 1,364 |
| Poland | 1,293 |
| Greece | 1,030 |
| Austria | 945 |
| Netherlands | 929 |
| Bulgaria | 610 |
| Hungary | 483 |
| Sweden | 424 |
| Czechia | 400 |
| Croatia | 298 |
| Slovakia | 259 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Citroën C3 Aircross (from registration data). 9 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 163 km/h | – | – |
| 1.1 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 154 km/h | – | – |
| 1.2 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 188 km/h | – | – |
| 1.2 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 173 km/h | – | – |
| 1.4 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 168 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 188 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 180 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 178 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 183 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 89% of Citroën C3 Aircrosss pass their MOT test first time, based on 24,630 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
7 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Citroën C3 Aircross. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-08-15
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-01-31
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-12-12
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
This may consequently cause a fire.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-04-12
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-03-27
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-03-27
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-05-08
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Citroën recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Citroën C3 Aircross?
- The Citroën C3 Aircross has a rated top speed of 188 km/h.
- How much power does the Citroën C3 Aircross have?
- The Citroën C3 Aircross produces 90 kW (120 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Citroën C3 Aircross?
- The Citroën C3 Aircross is 4,187 mm long, 1,773 mm wide and 1,644 mm tall.
- How much does the Citroën C3 Aircross weigh?
- The Citroën C3 Aircross has a kerb weight of about 1,375 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Citroën C3 Aircross?
- The Citroën C3 Aircross emits 125 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Citroën C3 Aircross have?
- The Citroën C3 Aircross has 5 seats.