Comparison:Peugeot 2008 2023 (new) Vs. Citroen C3 Aircross 2024 (new)

Dimensions

When it comes to dimensions, the Peugeot 2008 is generally larger than the Citroen C3 Aircross, measuring 4300mm in length as opposed to the latter's 4154mm. The wheelbase of the Peugeot car is 2605mm, which is just a smidge longer than the Citroen's 2604mm. The Peugeot 2008's width measures 1770mm, while the Citroen C3 Aircross is 1756mm wide, and with mirrors included, both figures stand at 1987mm and 1976mm respectively. The Citroen C3 Aircross takes the lead in height, reaching 1597mm compared to the Peugeot 2008’s 1530mm. Finally, the Peugeot offers a slightly smaller turning circle of 10.40m, whereas the Citroen's comes in at 10.80m.

Boot/interior

In terms of boot space and interior accommodations, both vehicles offer 5 seats and are equipped with Isofix as standard. The Citroen C3 Aircross features a slightly larger boot space of 410 liters compared to Peugeot 2008's 405 liters. However, when it comes to the boot space with rear seats folded (bottom to roof), the Peugeot 2008 is the clear winner with 1467 liters, as opposed to the Citroen's 1289 liters. Unfortunately, neither model provides verifiable data when it comes to boot space with rear seats folded (bottom to windows).

Engines/drivetrain

The Citroen C3 Aircross offers 6 gears, while the Peugeot 2008 varies between 1 and 8, with the e-2008 Active having 1 gear and the 1.2 PureTech 130 Active EAT8 boasting 8. For cylinders, both vehicles range from 3 to 4 for various engines. The Peugeot 2008 outperforms the Citroen C3 Aircross in max speed, achieving 208 km/h versus the Citroen's 195 km/h. The Peugeot also excels in power, offering a max value of 114 kW, whereas the Citroen reaches only 96 kW. When it comes to torque, both vehicles reach the same maximum of 300 Nm. They also share the same cubic capacity range, from 1199ccm to 1499ccm. In terms of acceleration, the Peugeot 2008 impresses with a minimum of 8.2 seconds to reach 100 km/h, whereas the Citroen C3 Aircross requires at least 10.3 seconds to achieve the same feat.

Consumption/ecology

The Citroen C3 Aircross has a slightly larger tank size, holding up to 45 liters, while the Peugeot 2008's tank ranges from 41 to 44 liters. Both vehicles have similar combined consumption according to the NEDC, with the Citroen ranging between 3.6 to 5.0 liters per 100km and the Peugeot's ranging from 3.6 to 5.3 liters per 100km. In city driving, both models remain quite similar, with a fuel consumption range of 4.2 to 5.9 liters per 100km for the Citroen and 4.2 to 6.0 liters per 100km for the Peugeot. The Peugeot 2008 has slightly lower CO2 emissions (WLTP), ranging from 116.0 to 139.0 g/km, as opposed to the Citroen's 121.0 to 138.0 g/km. The Peugeot 2008 is fitted with larger 215/65R16 tires, while the Citroen C3 Aircross sports 205/60R16 tires. Noise levels are similar, with the Citroen ranging from 67dB to 70dB and the Peugeot from 64dB to 69dB.

Weight/towing

Regarding weight and towing, the empty weight (EU) ranges from 1254 to 1335 kg for the Citroen C3 Aircross and from 1263 to 1623 kg for the Peugeot 2008. The Citroen's permissible total weight ranges between 1795 and 1860 kg, while the Peugeot's varies from 1710 to 2030 kg. The Peugeot 2008 boasts a superior braked trailer capacity of 1200 kg, while the Citroen C3 Aircross's braked trailer capacity ranges from 840 to 870 kg. However, when it comes to trailers without brakes, both vehicles are quite similar, ranging between 600 to 650 kg for the Citroen and 630 to 670 kg for the Peugeot. The Peugeot 2008 also takes the lead in max roof load at 70 kg, while the Citroen C3 Aircross's max roof load sits at 40 kg. Towing weights remain pretty close, with the Citroen ranging between 55 and 65 kg and the Peugeot between 48 and 61 kg.

EV

For electric vehicle lovers, it's worth noting the Peugeot e-2008's range (WLTP), which is between 341 to 342 km. The Peugeot e-2008 also possesses a total battery capacity of 50.0 kWh and a usable battery capacity of 48.1 kWh. Sadly, there are no electric vehicle options for the Citroen C3 Aircross.