Citroen C3 X vs Porsche Macan

Last Updated: August 11, 2026

Citroen C3 X price starts at Rs. 4.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 84.66 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Porsche Macan, priced at Rs. 89.65 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the C3 offers a claimed 19.3 kmpl, while the Macan delivers 10.2 kmpl. On the performance front, the C3 uses a 1198cc engine producing 80.46bhp@5750rpm and the Macan a 1984cc engine producing 261.49bhp@5000-6500rpm. If you're deciding between the C3 and Macan, the C3 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Macan stands out for performance.

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C3 vs Macan Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen C3 XPorsche Macan
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 4.99 LakhRs. 89.65 Lakh
Mileage 19.3 kmpl10.2 kmpl
Engine 1198 cc1984 cc
Max power 80.46bhp@5750rpm261.49bhp@5000-6500rpm
Top speed Not Available232 Km/h

C3 vs Macan Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 LivePorsche Macan Standard
Rating
145 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Porsche
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 4.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 89.65 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1198 cc 1984 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 80.46bhp@5750rpm 261.49bhp@5000-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 7-Speed PDK
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Porsche Macan Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl 10.2 kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 Not Available
Boot Space 315 Liters 458 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 9,653 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,73,424 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 31,120 C3 Insurance Rs. 3.75 Lakh Macan Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
No
Not Available
Displacement
1198 cc
1984 cc
Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 82
Twin-Turbocharged Engine
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
1984 cc
Max Power
80.46bhp@5750rpm
261.49bhp@5000-6500rpm
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
400Nm@1800-4500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
7-Speed PDK
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
958 Kg
1845 Kg
Bore X Stroke
Not Available
82.5X92.8mm
Turbo Charger
No
Yes
Super Charge
Not Available
No

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
Not Available
6.4 Sec
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
65 Liters
Top Speed
Not Available
232 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
10.2 kmpl
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
6.1 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
10.2 kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinio
Suspension Rear
6
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
12.0 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
Not Available
Wheel Size
15
R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Not Available

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
No
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Not Available
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
No
Upholstery
Fabric
Not Available
Lighting
Not Available
LED Headlights
Leather Seats
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
3
Yes
Digital Cluster
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
Not Available
458litres
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
458 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
Yes
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
Panoramic Glass sunroof,MMI Navigation with MMI Touch Response
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
ORVM
Powered
Not Available
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
No
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Not Available
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
No
Sun Roof
Not Available
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Tinted Glass
Not Available
No
Side Stepper
Not Available
No
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Chrome Grille
Not Available
No
Outside Temperature Display
Not Available
Yes
Smoke Headlamps
Not Available
No
Removable Convertible Top
Not Available
No
Roof Carrier
Not Available
No
Clutch Lock
Not Available
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Yes
Xenon Headlights
Not Available
No
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
No
No
LED Headlamps
No
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
4726*2097*1621 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
202 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
The 8-way comfort seats with electric adjustment of seat height, squab and backrest angle, fore/aft position(driver and passenger)
USB Charger
Front
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Sound Package Plus with 150-watt output
Smart Entry
No
No
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Drive Modes
Not Available
2
Internal Storage
Not Available
No
No of Speakers
Not Available
10
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
No
Adjustable Steering
No
Yes
Android Auto
No
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
No
Not Available
Bluetooth
No
Yes
Cassette Player
Not Available
No
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Panoramic Glass sunroof,MMI Navigation with MMI Touch Response
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Not Available
Yes
Rear Window Washer
No
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Not Available
No
CD Changer
Not Available
No
CD Player
Not Available
No
Cupholders Rear
Not Available
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco
Not Available
No
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
Power Door Locks
Not Available
Yes
Rear Folding Table
Not Available
No
Remote Trunk Opener
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
10.9
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Not Available
Yes
Lumbar Support
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Dual Trip Meter
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Front
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
No
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
No
Not Available
Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
No
Yes
Push Ignition
No
Yes
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Not Available
Yes
DVD Playback
Not Available
No
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
No
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Not Available
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Not Available
Yes

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
2
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Yes
Knee Airbags
Not Available
No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
No
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
No
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
No
Hill Descent Control
No
No
Hill Assist
No
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Crash Sensor
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Not Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Not Available
No
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
Not Available
Yes
Engine Check Warning
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lights Rear
Not Available
No
Side Impact Beams
Not Available
Yes
Front Impact Beams
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Yes
Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Not Available
Yes
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
No
Not Available
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
No
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
No
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
No
Yes
Eletronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
1358 kg
2510

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen C3 X
  • Distinctive and stylish design
  • Comfortable and spacious interior
  • Strong air con
  • Good ride quality
  • Good handling
  • Good value for money
Citroen C3 X
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is the best, Citroen C3 or Toyota Glanza?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte, Citroen C3 packs in the presence and space of a mini SUV at the price of a hatchback that's comfortable over a variety of road conditions. But it also lacks some essentials like powered adjustable mirrors or windshield wipers and other creature comforts that its rivals have gotten us accustomed to. On the other hand, if you are looking for a hatch that ticks a lot of boxes, the Glanza is a great option. There's a decent features list, efficient engine options, and more space than a number of more expensive sedans. So, if your priorities are spacious cabin, fuel efficiency and decent features, and power performance, you may go for Glanza. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Citroen C3 Vs Porsche Macan FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 vs Porsche Macan?
Porsche Macan has out rated Citroen C3 X on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 vs Porsche Macan?
The Citroen C3 X is cheaper than Porsche Macan by ₹84.66 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 vs Porsche Macan?
For the Live version, 1198 cc Petrol engine of C3 produces 80.46bhp@5750rpm of power and 115Nm@3750rpm of torque. Whereas for the Standard version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Macan produces 261.49bhp@5000-6500rpm of power and 400Nm@1800-4500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen C3 X has better performance.

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