Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
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Citroen upgraded its C3 range for the 2005 year and brought new technologies for its five-door, small-segment contender.
Starting with 2005, all new cars sold within European Union had to comply with the Euro 4 norms and, since that was the most important market for the French carmaker, it had to adapt. But Citroen wasn't concerned only about the emissions; it took into consideration the design as well.
While the exterior was still trendy among its customers, Citroen considered adding a refresh for the front fascia. Its grille received a new design with narrower gaps between the slats, while the lower bumper lost its two horizontal bars and showed a bigger, trapezoidal-shaped air intake. In the back, the 2009 C3 received new taillights with clear-lenses over the reversing light's area. The small-segment vehicle featured black rubber strips over the bumpers and on the door panels depending on the trim level.
Citroen refreshed the car's interior and installed a new dashboard with a redesigned center stack. Its audio system was improved as well. The French carmaker upgraded the materials for specific trim levels.
Under the hood, Citroen upgraded all its engines to comply with the Euro 4 emission standards and included a new 1.6-liter turbo-diesel engine. For specific versions, the carmaker offered an option for four-speed automatic transmissions, while the five-speed manual was fitted as standard.
CITROEN C3 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
7 gasoline engines
- 1.1L 5MT (60 HP)
- 1.4L 5AT (75 HP)
- 1.4L 5AT (90 HP)
- 1.4L 5MT (75 HP)
- 1.4L 5MT (90 HP)
- 1.6L 4AT (110 HP)
- 1.6L 5AT (110 HP)
2 diesel engines
- 1.4L HDi 5MT (70 HP)
- 1.6L HDiF 5MT (110 HP)
1 natural gas engine
- 1.4L Aardgas 5MT (68 HP)
CITROEN C3
1.1L 5MT (60 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.1L 5MT (60 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1124 cm3 |
| Power: | 44.1 KW @ 5500 RPM 60 HP @ 5500 RPM 59 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque: | 69 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 94 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 98 mph (158 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2172 lbs (985 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3269 lbs (1483 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 140 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.4L 5AT (75 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5AT (75 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1360 cm3 |
| Power: | 55.2 KW @ 5400 RPM 75 HP @ 5400 RPM 74 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque: | 89 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 120 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 104 mph (167 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2275 lbs (1032 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3329 lbs (1510 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 146 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.4L 5AT (90 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5AT (90 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1360 cm3 |
| Power: | 66.2 KW @ 5250 RPM 90 HP @ 5250 RPM 89 BHP @ 5250 RPM |
| Torque: | 98 lb-ft @ 3250 RPM 133 Nm @ 3250 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2275 lbs (1032 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3384 lbs (1535 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 143 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.4L 5MT (75 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT (75 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1360 cm3 |
| Power: | 55.2 KW @ 5400 RPM 75 HP @ 5400 RPM 74 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque: | 89 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 120 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 104 mph (167 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2180 lbs (989 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3329 lbs (1510 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 145 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.4L 5MT (90 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT (90 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1360 cm3 |
| Power: | 66.2 KW @ 5250 RPM 90 HP @ 5250 RPM 89 BHP @ 5250 RPM |
| Torque: | 98 lb-ft @ 3250 RPM 133 Nm @ 3250 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2275 lbs (1032 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3384 lbs (1535 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 143 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.6L 4AT (110 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 4AT (110 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1587 cm3 |
| Power: | 80.9 KW @ 5750 RPM 110 HP @ 5750 RPM 108 BHP @ 5750 RPM |
| Torque: | 108 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 147 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2443 lbs (1108 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3455 lbs (1567 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 172 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.6L 5AT (110 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5AT (110 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1587 cm3 |
| Power: | 80.9 KW @ 5750 RPM 110 HP @ 5750 RPM 108 BHP @ 5750 RPM |
| Torque: | 108 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 147 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2344 lbs (1063 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3439 lbs (1560 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 148 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.4L HDi 5MT (70 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L HDi 5MT (70 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1398 cm3 |
| Power: | 51.5 KW @ 4000 RPM 70 HP @ 4000 RPM 69 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 118 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 160 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 103 mph (166 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2198 lbs (997 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3329 lbs (1510 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 115 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.6L HDiF 5MT (110 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L HDiF 5MT (110 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1560 cm3 |
| Power: | 80.9 KW @ 4000 RPM 110 HP @ 4000 RPM 108 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 240 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 12.4 gallons (46.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2429 lbs (1102 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3530 lbs (1601 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 120 g/km |
CITROEN C3
1.4L Aardgas 5MT (68 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L Aardgas 5MT (68 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1360 cm3 |
| Power: | 50 KW @ 5400 RPM 68 HP @ 5400 RPM 67 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque: | 80 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 108 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Natural Gas |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 95 mph (153 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 175/65R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 151.6 in (3851 mm) |
| Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
| Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.5/56.7 in (1,435/1,440 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 10.8 cuFT (306 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2332 lbs (1058 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3329 lbs (1510 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 119 g/km |