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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Skoda Fabia

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Citroen C3 Aircross

2021 price

Skoda Fabia
Skoda Fabia

$25,990 - $39,990

2024 price

Summary

2021 Citroen C3 Aircross
2024 Skoda Fabia
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 3, 1.2L

Turbo 3, 1.0L
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

Premium Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
6.6L/100km (combined)

5.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Far too expensive
  • Gloomy interior
  • Lack of storage

  • Interior styling still looks sub-$30K
  • Low-speed DSG hesitancy
  • Rear seat space
2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Summary

Citroen's C4 Cactus made quite an impression. A polarising machine, it was the Frenchest French car for ages which translated into almost no local sales but admiration for the bravery of those who signed it off.

It did quite well in its home market though and its designers took note. When the company turned its attention to a smaller SUV based on the C3 hatchback - complete with the baffling Aircross name - the Cactus was an obvious inspiration.

With the Hyundai Venue on the scene - as well as a wealth of larger machines at lower prices - the Citroen C3 Aircross needs to be good to justify a big sticker price.

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2024 Skoda Fabia Summary

The smallest car in Skoda’s local line-up is also its most affordable, but only just.

When the current generation Fabia launched with the halo Monte Carlo variant at almost $40,000, it was a bit of a surprise for a small hatch from what’s seen as an affordable brand.

Now, there’s a new entry-level version of Skoda’s bub and, while it’s not nearly as cheap as it once was, it offers a choice that’s more within reach for anyone keen on a premium small car.

Can the Fabia Select convince customers looking at the likes of the Mazda 2 or Suzuki Swift to go Euro and cross the $30,000 threshold?

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