Modern styling, exceptional internal space and luxurious comfort features make the new C3 eye catching and head-turning! Relax in French refinement - four airbags, pollen-filtered air conditioning, light and nimble power steering, power door mirrors, power front windows and even ABS.
Comfort and intelligence
Conventional electrics have been ousted by the computer-based multiplex system that both simplifies and speeds servicing and maintenance. This enables the C3 to offer a wider range of standard and optional electrical equipment and features.
Available as an option, headlamps can be programmed to come on automatically at dusk, or when you enter a tunnel or dark underground car park. With this option, these models can be programmed so that when it starts to rain the rain sensitive windscreen wipers turn themselves on. In the event of rapid deceleration, the hazard warning lights are self-activated to alert drivers behind you. An audible over-speed warning tells you if you exceed your pre-programmed speed limit.
You choose - three engines, two gearboxes
The C3's powerful and supple multipoint injection 1.4 and 1.6 litre petrol engines offer an enviable blend of performance and economy.
Perfectly matched to the 1.4 engine characteristics is a 5-speed manual gearbox. The 1.6 litre C3 also comes with the choice of a five speed manual gearbox or the automatic tiptronic stle version. The optional auto-adaptive gearbox continuously adapts to your driving style and external conditions by selecting the most appropriate gear. For a more dynamic driving style, you have the option of selecting the gears manually by changing modes.
C3 'Panoramique' - a unique sun-roof
The Citroen C3 'Panoramique' has an optional innovative twin panel glass sun-roof that offers front and back seat occupants the pleasures of open air motoring.
The sunroof runs almost from the top of the windscreen to the leading edge of the rear hatch. It is split into two sections, the front half is electrically powered and offers the choice of tilt opening or six different open settings. For days when there is just too much sun, both sections of the roof are fitted with sun blinds.
Light & space
In the C3 you will benefit from more head, leg and elbow room than any of C3's direct rivals, even more than in some larger cars - now that's impressive interior space!
Helping to keep the interior clutter free and maintain the spacious and comfortable environment, up to 30 convenient storage features are located throughout.
Each of the front doors has a large storage compartment, and the centre console can hold either three soft-drink cans or the C3's movable ashtray, which doubles as an oddment cup.
The tallest vehicle in its class, the Citroen C3 soars at 1.52m, making it possible to raise the position of the giving a clear view of the road and the scenery. The Citroen C3 is easy to get in and out of thanks to a more natural seating and wide opening (68°) of the doors. The rounded windscreen and the location of the B pillar - placed further back than usual - ensure amazing peripheral visibility.
CD stereo with stalk-mounted controls
All C3s are equipped with a 6-speaker radio/CD player (in-dash 5-stack CD player optional) that automatically adjusts the volume settings according to the speed of the car.
For added safety and convenience at your fingertips, stalk-mounted controls are standard in the C3.
Variable power-assisted electric steering
Light and manoeuvrable when parking and progressively firmer at speed, it ensures optimal driver control at all times. Of course, the steering wheel is both height and reach adjustable so creating your ideal driving positions is easy.
Air conditioning
All models feature air conditioning with particle filters.
Multi-function screen
All in one spot, the new C3 multi-function on-board digital screen trip computer allows you to select the information you wish to display on the screen and current fuel consumption, average fuel consumption and speed, distance travelled or distance remaining plus date, time, radio programming and door ajar alert.
One of the biggest boots in its class
The C3 has an exceptional boot capacity of 305 litres. Split fold seats mean the hatch back can carry exceptionally bulky loads.
Storage spaces galore
An easily accessible drawer under the driver's seat is ideal for tucking away this likes of CDs, maps and guidebooks. Front and rear doors are equipped with large capacity storage bins while generous storage space is provided in the lockable glove box.