Citroën C3 – Model Year 2025
(Fourth generation “CC21” / ë-C3)
Country of manufacture
All versions destined for Europe (petrol, mild-hybrid and electric) are produced at the Stellantis plant in Trnava, Slovakia.
Brief description
Completely redesigned, the new C3 adopts city-SUV proportions (20 mm higher ground clearance, unpainted plastic wheel arches) while remaining compact at 4.01 m in length. The “Bold in & out” styling features the double-chevron “Y” light signature and a squared rear; drag coefficient drops to 0.32. Inside, it introduces the Citroën Head-Up Display dashboard (projection on a black blade, no cowl) and MyCitroën Play/Drive infotainment with 10.25″ touchscreen. Citroën Advanced Comfort suspension with progressive hydraulic cushions, extra 10 mm padded seats and standard center armrest complete the package.
Dimensions: 4,010 × 1,760 × 1,570 mm; wheelbase: 2,540 mm – boot: 310 L (ICE) / 290 L (BEV)
Powertrains 2025
| Version | Power / Torque | Battery | Drive | 0–100 km/h | Range / WLTP consumption |
|---|
| PureTech 1.2 100 (MHEV) | 100 hp • 205 Nm | – | FWD | 10.6 s | 5.0 L/100 km |
| ë-C3 113 hp (83 kW) | 113 hp • 120 Nm | 44 kWh LFP | FWD | 11.0 s | 320 km |
| ë-C3 75 hp (55 kW) “You” | 75 hp • 120 Nm | 30 kWh LFP | FWD | 13.0 s | 200 km |
Electric charging
PRO
Why it convinces
Above-class comfort – Advanced Comfort® dampers and “sofa-effect” seats absorb city potholes with ease.
Complete, affordable range – Mild-hybrid under €22k, ë-C3 320 km ~€24k, 200 km version €19.9k (after incentives).
Simplified infotainment – Head-Up Blade always in view, 10.25″ central screen with wireless CarPlay/Android.
Physical climate controls – Dedicated knobs (no touchscreen menus for climate).
100 kW DC charging – Rare among city-cars: 300 km added in under half an hour.
Urban safety – Emergency braking (night/pedestrian), lane keep, and traffic sign recognition standard on all trims.
CONS
Reported downsides
Modest performance – 113 hp BEV takes 11 s to 100 km/h; adequate but not quick.
Reduced BEV boot space – 290 L: 20 L less than petrol version with high loading lip.
FWD only – No AWD option for winter climates.
Hard plastics – Durable but not soft-touch, especially on rear doors.
Winter range (30 kWh) – With heating and 0°C, real range drops to 130–140 km.
No adaptive cruise control – Only standard cruise; ACC not available, even as an option.
Estimated maintenance costs
| Service | Parts (€) | Labor (€) | Interval |
|---|
| Oil 0W-20 + filter (1.2 MHEV) | 95 | 70 | 20,000 km / 12 months |
| Iridium spark plugs | 60 | 60 | 60,000 km |
| DOT4 brake fluid | 60 | 90 | Every 24 months |
| HV battery check (ë-C3) | – | 110 | Every 24 months |
| Tyres 185/65-16 | 260 (set) | 60 | 40,000 km |
| ë-C3 electricity cost* | ~€3 /100 km | – | — |
*calculated at €0.28/kWh and real 11 kWh/100 km urban consumption.
Indicative prices
| Model | Power | On-the-road price* |
|---|
| C3 PureTech 100 YOU | 100 hp | €18,900 |
| C3 Hybrid 100 MAX | 100 hp | €21,900 |
| ë-C3 YOU 200 km | 75 hp | €23,300 |
| ë-C3 MAX 320 km | 113 hp | €26,400 |
*VAT included; IPT and registration excluded. 2025 BEV ecobonus not applied (up to –€11,000 with scrappage).
Known issues & solutions (early reports)
| Issue | Suggested remedy |
|---|
| MyCitroën Drive interface lag | OTA v2.0.5 + hard reset; replace head-unit if freezing persists. |
| Wind noise from mirrors >110 km/h | MY25 gasket kit, tighten housing to 6 Nm. |
| Rear door misalignment | Hinge check, corrected under warranty (campaign 24-C3-door). |
| DC charging stops at 80% (ë-C3) | BMS update to v1.3.1; check cell temperature sensor. |
| Rear brake noise | Clean drum, apply copper grease to contact points. |
Summary
The new 2025 C3 distills Citroën’s “comfort-centric” DNA into a modern urban format: high seating position, smooth ride and aggressive pricing. The 48 V mild-hybrid cuts fuel use with no complexity, while the ë-C3 delivers 320 km WLTP and 100 kW DC charging in a segment where 11 kW AC is often the max. Modest performance and budget finishes are trade-offs, but as a green daily city car with true TCO savings, the C3 is shaping up to be a 2025 best-buy.
Verdict — Citroën C3 / ë-C3 (Model Year 2025)
PureTech 100 48 V · PureTech 100 6-MT · ë-C3 113 hp (44 kWh)
The fourth generation of the C3 (project CC21) shifts toward a “SUV-inspired” design with a flat bonnet, Y-shaped LED headlights, and cladded wheel arches. The CMP-Evo platform hosts three powertrains:
1.2 PureTech 100 6-MT (entry-level petrol)
1.2 PureTech 100 M-Hybrid 48 V with e-DSC6 dual-clutch and 12 kW electric boost
ë-C3 BEV with 83 kW / 113 hp, 44 kWh net LFP battery, 320 km WLTP and 100 kW DC charging (20→80% in 26 min)
New “C-Zone” interior layout: 10.25″ central touchscreen with MyCitroën Drive Plus, LED head-up bar, second-gen Advanced Comfort seats, and standard Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® suspension.
| Category | Where it excels | Where it matches | Where it lags |
|---|
| Design & image | Mini-SUV looks, 163 mm ground clearance, optional side Airbumps; contrast "Air-Roof". | Youthful palette (Pépita Yellow, Montecarlo Blue). | Interior less “tech-wow” than Renault Clio facelift with OpenR. |
| Comfort & NVH | PHC suspension and 10 mm foam seats: comfort from a higher segment; 67 dB @ 130 km/h on ë-C3. | Acoustic front glass, “Air Square” blade-style vents. | Noticeable body roll vs. Opel Corsa. |
| Real-world efficiency | ë-C3: 15–16 kWh/100 km in city, 17–18 at 120 km/h. | 48 V Hybrid: 4.7 L/100 km extra-urban (110 g CO₂). | Petrol MT: 5.4 L/100 km—good, but not class-leading (Clio 1.0 TCe 100 LPG: 4.9). |
| Driving dynamics | Light 14.8:1 steering; ë-C3 weight 1,310 kg = decent power-to-weight ratio with 113 hp. | Regenerative braking in 3 levels. | Torsion beam rear axle: less precise than Ford Fiesta (discontinued 2023). |
| Practicality | 310 L boot (izo-flex floor), folding front passenger seat, five 90° doors; 16 cm shorter than Polo but same cargo volume. | 15 storage compartments ≈ 30 L. | Large central tunnel in Hybrid versions (due to 48 V battery). |
| HMI / Infotainment | MyCitroën Drive Plus OTA, wireless CarPlay/Android, “Hello Citroën” voice control; base “My Ami Play” with smartphone dock. | 2 USB-C ports + Qi charger. | Graphics less rich than Peugeot i-Cockpit 10″ HD. |
| ADAS & safety | L2: ACC 150 km/h, lane centering, emergency braking (day/night), rear cross-traffic; 180° parking camera. | 6 airbags, eCall. | No Level 3 (nonexistent in B-segment). |
| Running costs | 3 years / 40,000 km EasyCare service included; ë-C3 battery warranty 8 y / 160,000 km. | 16″ tyres 195/60 ≈ €110 each. | 17″ Aero (ë-C3 Max) €160 each; 35,000 km life. |
| Depreciation | ë-C3 You & Plus estimated 72% (36 months); Hybrid 70%. | — | Petrol 5-MT: 68% (entry version lacks L2 ADAS). |
Best suited for
Young city drivers — ë-C3 You 113 hp: priced under €24,000, 100 kW DC charging, ZTL access.
Mixed-use commuters — 48 V Hybrid Plus: real 4.7 L/100 km, full-EV driving for starts and parking.
New drivers — 1.2 PureTech 100 6-MT Sense: 100 hp, 5.4 L/100 km, low insurance.
Look elsewhere if
You want >130 hp petrol engines → Opel Corsa GSe or VW Polo GTI (still available).
You prefer giant touchscreens → Renault Clio OpenR 9.3″ or Hyundai i20 10.25″ dual.
You need cargo >400 L → Dacia Sandero Stepway or Skoda Fabia Combi (2026).
Recommended configuration
ë-C3 Plus + Tech Pack (L2 ADAS, Matrix lights, Qi charger) + 17″ Aero wheels: 113 hp, 320 km WLTP, 100 kW charging, 310 L boot and top PHC comfort; skip the 17″ if you often drive on rough urban pavement.
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