The C3 Aircross is Citroën's small SUV: city-car size, a high driving position and a cabin designed with families in mind. It suits anyone who wants a compact SUV for town and short trips, with a flexible boot, without the price or bulk of a bigger SUV.
The generation you will see most ran from 2017 to 2024, with a facelift in 2021. It comes with the 1.2 PureTech petrol engine or BlueHDi diesels, always front-wheel drive. Depending on the version, the rear bench slides to enlarge the boot, and the Grip Control option helps on slippery ground. An all-new generation arrived in late 2024, including an electric version, the ë-C3 Aircross.
What to check before buying
- On the 1.2 PureTech, the timing belt runs in oil: ask for the service invoices and when the belt was checked or replaced according to the manufacturer's schedule.
- The automatic gearbox, if fitted: smooth shifts both cold and warm.
- A Car-Pass less than two months old and its QR code, and the Euro standard on a diesel if you drive into Brussels.
- That the sliding rear bench and the infotainment system work.
It is a very common car: compare several listings of the same year and engine before you decide.