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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Cupra Raval
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross counters with the lowest price, while the Cupra Raval leads on family practicality, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Raval leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
5
Cupra
5.2
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Citroën
4
Cupra
4.2
Too close to call
FamilyCupra
Citroën
3.5
Cupra
5.1
ChargingCupra
Citroën
3.5
Cupra
6.3
Cost Per MileCupra
Citroën
6.7
Cupra
7.7
City DrivingCupra
Citroën
6.4
Cupra
8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £26,995 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 204 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 441 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | 23 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Cupra Raval
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm
Cupra Raval4,046mm-349mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Cupra Raval1,784mm-66mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Cupra Raval1,514mm-146mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,046 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,784 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | 2,000 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 616 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 441 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | 500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.05m-349mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.78m-66mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 2.00m-20mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.51m-146mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.60m-73mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 441L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg (better) | 1,589kg |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | 500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 204 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 88kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £26,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) (better) | £25,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 204 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 139 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | 23 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 88 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 138 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 99 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 264 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Cupra Raval
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Raval worth the extra £1,880 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Cupra Raval costs £1,880 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds a 3.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Raval comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Cupra Raval?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £1,880 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out roughly £1,840 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Cupra Raval like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 139 miles for the Cupra Raval - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross goes roughly 20 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-26 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Cupra Raval?
The Cupra Raval is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 66 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Cupra Raval?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 90% for the Cupra Raval. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
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