Dacia Sandero vs Citroen C3 Aircross

SpecDacia Sandero2024Citroen C3 Aircross2025
Price (OTR)£12,895£21,590
Power90 bhp100 bhp
Torque160 Nm205 Nm
0–60 mph12.2 secs11 secs
Top Speed113 mph117 mph
MPG (combined)49.6 mpg50.4 mpg
CO₂130 g/km129 g/km
Boot Space328 litres460 litres
Kerb Weight1095 kg1235 kg
Engine1.0L1.2L
Transmission6-speed Manual6-speed Manual
DrivetrainFWDFWD
Insurance Group712
Annual Tax£165£165
Euro NCAP5 / 5 stars5 / 5 stars
Seats55
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

Running Costs Calculator

Adjust the inputs to estimate what each car will cost you to own.

Over 3 yearsDacia SanderoCitroen C3 Aircross
Fuel / energy£3,905£3,843
Road tax (VED)£495£495
Insurance (est.)£1,911£2,526
Depreciation (est.)£5,158£8,636
Total cost£11,469£15,500
How these numbers are calculated
  • Fuel cost uses the car's combined MPG and the price you enter.
  • EV energy cost assumes 3.5 mi/kWh (UK average). Real efficiency varies by car and driving style.
  • Insurance is a rough estimate based on the car's insurance group — your actual quote depends on age, location, and history.
  • Depreciation assumes 40% loss over 3 years, scaled linearly. Premium brands and EVs can deviate significantly.
  • Road tax uses the published first-year and standard VED for the car's CO₂ band.