144 used Citroën C3 Aircross cars for sale

With its distinctive style, the Citroën C3 Aircross stands out from other compact crossovers in the segment. It was the first compact crossover Citroën brought to the market. Offering a spacious interior, good handling and Citroën’s French flair infused throughout the design.

The C3 Aircross is a confident competitor for other compact crossovers on the market including the Hyundai Kona, Kia Stonic, SEAT Arona, Renault Captur and many others. The C3 Aircross offers a good alternative to these models, with comprehensive kit levels and economical engine options that make it good value for money.

Citroën C3 Aircross updates and facelifts

First launched in 2017, the C3 Aircross received a facelift in 2021 which subtly redesigned the exterior and interior of the vehicle. Changes included a new front grille design, slimmer and more stylised headlights and some extra features in the interior such as an extra front cubby and upgraded memory foam seat cushions on the Shine Plus trim for enhanced comfort.

Practicality and style of the car

The C3 Aircross offers passengers a comfortable cabin. Keeping the cabin clutter-free is easy with door bins, two cupholders and handy storage cubbies throughout. Passengers over 6 feet tall will also find the rear seats comfortable with plenty of knee room on offer. Models with a panoramic sunroof may have less headroom in the rear.

The Citroën C3 Aircross offers a good-sized boot with a capacity of 410 litres which can be expanded to 1,289 litres by folding the rear seats down. The C3 Aircross offers more space than the SEAT Arona’s 400 litres and the Kia Stonic’s 352 litres. Citroën has designed this boot to be user-friendly. Incorporating a handy slot designed to store away the parcel shelf when it is not in use. The boot can also come with a ski hatch which is useful when transporting longer items. Other features include a sliding rear bench that expands the 410-litre boot by an extra 110 litres while keeping the rear seats in use.

The two petrol engines offered in the C3 Aircross also have light towing capacity. This means that braked trailers weighing up to 650kg and 850kg can be towed.

Running costs

Depending on the trim level and engine type, a used Citroën C3 Aircross will sit within insurance groups 6 to 20. In comparison to rivals, the Citroën C3 Aircross sits slightly lower than the Renault Captur which falls into groups 7 to 22. Road tax is also quite low, in comparison, being up to £180 per annum.

How a used Citroën C3 Aircross drives

The Citroën C3 Aircross is available with either petrol or diesel engines. The petrol range consists of three 1.2-litre PureTech petrol engines. The 81bhp petrol engine achieves 0 to 62mph in 14.1 seconds and a fuel efficiency of between 47.9mpg and 61.4mpg.

There are two 1.2-litre PureTech turbocharged engines, which output either 109bhp or 129bhp. The 109bhp engine goes from 0 to 62mph in 10.1 seconds and has a fuel efficiency between 40.9mpg and 58.9mpg.

Lastly, the 129bhp engine achieves 0 to 62mph in 10.4 seconds and has a fuel efficiency of between 47.9mpg and 61.4mpg.

Two diesel engines are also available for the C3 Aircross. The 1.5-litre BlueHDi engine generates 109bhp and can achieve 0 to 62mph in 10.8 seconds. This engine offers good fuel efficiency, returning between 60.1mpg and 78.5mpg.

On iterations before 2019, a 1.6-litre BlueHDi diesel engine is available, capable of generating 120bhp and completing 0 to 62mph in 10.7 seconds. This also has a good fuel efficiency of between 60.1mpg and 74.3mpg.

Engines and official MPG

Please refer to the table below for a comprehensive list of engines and their official MPG figures.

2017 - onwards

Engine	Official NEDC MPG	Official WLTP MPG
1.2 Puretech 110	51.5–58.9 mpg	51.5–54.4 mpg
1.2 Puretech 110 EAT	49.6 mpg	-
1.2 Puretech 130	54.3 mpg	-
1.2 Puretech 130 EAT	-	47.3 mpg
1.2 Puretech 82	56.5 mpg	-
1.5 BlueHDi 100	70.6 mpg	62.7 mpg
1.5 BlueHDi 110	-	67.2 mpg
1.6 BlueHDi 100	70.6 mpg	-
1.6 BlueHDi 120	68.9 mpg	-

Features you can expect in a Citroën C3 Aircross

Interior

Both the passengers and the driver will find themselves comfortable in the C3 Aircross. The cabin offers a decent amount of legroom and headroom, and the seats are large and well-padded. On the Shine and Shine Plus, the Citroën C3 Aircross comes with memory foam-style upholstery. Providing users with even softer seats to make long journeys that bit more comfortable. There are also retractable blinds on the rear windows so that passengers can block out sunlight – this is especially useful for families with children.

The suspension set up on the Citroën C3 Aircross effectively dampens bumps on rough roads to ensure a smooth journey. Wind, road and engine noise are reduced in the interior, making motorway travel more peaceful and enjoyable.

There are plenty of handy cubbies and storage space in the cabin so you can stow away any personal items. There is a good-sized glovebox and a cubby at the front of the centre console, which is well-suited for stowing your smartphone. There is also a couple of cupholders, door bins and a lidded storage bin that can be accessed from both the front and the rear. For the rear passengers, pockets on the back of the front seats provide a convenient space to store onboard entertainment devices and door bins provide enough space for drinks bottles.

The interior of the C3 Aircross is simple yet stylish. Finished with soft-touch materials on both the dashboard and seats, the interior is comfortable and makes for a pleasurable driving experience. On the dashboard, an infotainment screen sits in the centre and can come in two sizes depending on the trim level of the car. On the C-Series trim, you get a seven-inch screen, while the Shine and Shine Plus trims both come with a nine-inch screen.

Technology

The infotainment screen is an easy-to-use touchscreen with other haptic controls, such as tapping the screen with three fingers to return to the main menu. Alternatively, you can press the home button located on the neat row of buttons below the screen. The larger screen comes with voice control that allows drivers to control the car by issuing voice commands. The larger screen also comes with an integrated sat nav.

The C3 Aircross also comes with a DAB radio and USB ports which can be used to connect and charge your smartphone. Other wireless smartphone connectivity includes Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing drivers to easily access their music and contact library for onboard entertainment or hands-free phone calls.

The Citroën C3 Aircross also comes with a range of driver assist features including cruise control, lane-departure warning and traffic sign recognition, which can inform you of local speed lights and oncoming speed cameras.

Some C3 Aircross models can come with a head up display which projects important information, such as your speed, onto a glass panel in front of the driver to prevent the need to look away from the road. Automatic wipers also feature on a C3 Aircross, which respond swiftly to give you a clear view of the road when it rains. Other features can include parking sensors, keyless entry and a rear parking camera to aid the driver when reversing.

Safety

The Citroën C3 Aircross scored a full five stars on the Euro NCAP safety tests, scoring 85% on adult occupant protection and 82% on child occupant protection. In comparison to its rivals, the C3 Aircross is a close match for the SEAT Arona, which scored 83% for both adult and child occupancy. For child seat safety, there are also two ISOFIX points on the outermost rear seats.

Safety features on the Citroën C3 Aircross can include autonomous emergency braking which automatically stops the car if it detects an oncoming collision. Blind spot monitoring is also included, informing you of any vehicles or pedestrians in your blind spots. Another feature of the C3 Aircross is the auto-dimming headlights, which switch off high-beam when sensors detect oncoming vehicles.

Trims available on the Citroën C3 Aircross

Citroën C3 Aircross C-Series

The C-series is the entry-level trim for the Citroën C3 Aircross. It offers a seven-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, air conditioning, electric windows, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, and a soft-touch finish on the dashboard. On the exterior, the C-Series comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, LED lights and rear skid plates under the bumpers to give the C3 Aircross a more SUV-style look. It also has roof rails which can be used for extra storage by attaching a roof box or rack. Other features include cruise control, tinted rear windows, automatic lights and wipers and heated, electrically operated door mirrors.

Citroën C3 Aircross Shine

The Shine trim adds a nine-inch infotainment screen with integrated sat-nav, a pull-out boot floor and an extra storage area between the front seats. Black detailing on the exterior adds to the premium feel of this trim.

Citroën C3 Aircross Shine Plus

Step inside the flagship trim and you will find extra soft padded seats as part of Citroën’s Advanced Comfort upgrade, and a rear bench that slides forward to expand the boot. Other features include front parking sensors and a reversing camera to help drivers get in and out of parking spaces with ease, as well as keyless entry. This trim also features 17-inch alloy wheels.

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