Citroën C3 Aircross

Citroën C3 Aircross
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

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.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerCitroën
Body typeMPV
FuelPetrol
Engine power90 kW (120 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)125 g/km
Kerb weight1,375 kg
Displacement1,201 cc
Top speed188 km/h
Dimensions and layout
Length4,187 mm
Width1,773 mm
Height1,644 mm
Seats5
Doors4

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.

Citroën C3 Aircross first registrations in Norway per year
2019186
2020104
202132
20229

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.

CountryRegistrations
France13,229
Italy5,422
Germany3,177
Belgium2,646
Portugal1,364
Poland1,293
Greece1,030
Austria945
Netherlands929
Bulgaria610
Hungary483
Sweden424
Czechia400
Croatia298
Slovakia259

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 variants for Citroën C3 Aircross
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.0 l · 3-cyl163 km/h
1.1 l · 4-cyl154 km/h
1.2 l · 3-cyl188 km/h
1.2 l · 3-cyl173 km/h
1.4 l · 4-cyl168 km/h
1.5 l · 4-cyl188 km/h
1.5 l · 4-cyl180 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl178 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl183 km/h

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Other Citroën models

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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.