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Used Citroen C3 Aircross pros and cons

Unique styling helps it stand out
Back seats tight for adults
Comfy and very easy to drive
Infotainment could be sharper
Smooth and refined engines
Not very fun in the bends

Is a used Citroen C3 Aircross a good car?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is a classic case of the French doing things their own way. While plenty of small SUVs like the VW T-Cross or Skoda Kamiq look rather plain and boxy, the C3 Aircross looks like a little fondant pastry in the window of a French bakery.

Inside, no matter which version you go for, there are lots of hard, cheap plastics, although the overall quality levels are actually pretty good, and Citroen livened things up a bit with some nice bright, soft-touch trim and neat-looking instruments.

Space in the back isn’t great though. Higher-spec models come with a rear bench that slides back and forth, but even all the way back it’s going to be tight for adults, and only just about good enough for kids.

The upside is that the boot is pretty decent by the standard of small SUVs, and at 410 litres it’s much roomier than, say, a Nissan Juke.

The C3 Aircross was always set up to have really soft suspension, which is terrific around town, where the light and quick steering helps when you’re parking. That soft suspension makes the C3 feel very squashy on a twisty road though, so it’s not as much fun to drive as a Ford Puma.

What to look for when buying a used Citroen C3 Aircross

The C3 Aircross has been recalled a good few times — for unexpected engine cut-outs, problems with emissions, issues with rear wheel hubs and wheel bolts, and seat sensor problems. There’s also a worry that the ‘wet-belt’ timing belt of the petrol engines — the belt runs through the engine’s oil reservoir — can lead to major problems if it’s not changed regularly, preferably ahead of the stated schedule.

Citroen finished in a very strong fifth place overall in the most recent Driver Power customer satisfaction survey, which indicates that Citroen is doing something right in reliability terms — only 15% of owners reported a problem, which is well below the average. The C3 Aircross finished in 20th position in the Top 50 Cars To Own list — oddly, a lower position than the C3 hatchback with which it shares its parts.

Citroen C3 Aircross FAQs

Is the Citroen C3 Aircross reliable?

Actually, yes. There are some concerns about the 1.2-litre petrol’s ‘wet belt’ timing belt, and the C3 Aircross has been recalled a few times, but largely for smaller issues. A solid seventh place for Citroen in the Driver Power owner survey suggests that reliability isn’t a massive problem.

What are the disadvantages of Citroen C3 Aircross?

The C3 Aircross is a quirky car, which is great if you want some character, but there are some foibles. The boot is good, but that’s at the expense of rear seat space. Equally, while the front of the cabin is very comfortable, there are lots of cheap parts and the infotainment system is very fiddly. Finally, there’s the very soft suspension, which is ideal for around-town comfort, but less good if you like tackling twisty roads.