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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Fiat Grande Panda
Selected trimPopChange trim199 mi · 44 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on family practicality, while the Fiat Grande Panda leads on running costs and city driving.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Fiat Grande Panda if...
- 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 Fiat Grande Panda edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Citroën
5
Fiat
4.9
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Citroën
4
Fiat
4.1
Too close to call
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
3.5
Fiat
2.1
Charging
Citroën
3.5
Fiat
3.2
Too close to call
Cost Per MileFiat
Citroën
6.7
Fiat
7.8
City DrivingFiat
Citroën
6.4
Fiat
8.1
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 | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 | £20,995 (better) |
| Official range | 190 miles | 199 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 361 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 11 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Fiat Grande Panda
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm
Fiat Grande Panda3,990mm-405mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Fiat Grande Panda1,761mm-89mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Fiat Grande Panda1,579mm-81mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 3,990 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,761 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,579 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 | 639 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 361 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Fiat Grande Panda Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 3.99m-405mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.76m-89mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.58m-81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.55m-123mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 361L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg (better) | 1,521kg |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh | 44kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 199 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 | £20,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £20,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* Fiat Grande Panda: 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 | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 199 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 166 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh | 44 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 | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 11 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 84 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Fiat Grande Panda
Pop
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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 - Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Fiat Grande Panda Pop
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 | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross worth the extra £4,120 over the Fiat Grande Panda?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross costs £4,120 more than the Fiat Grande Panda. For that premium it adds 99 litres more boot space. The Fiat Grande Panda is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Fiat Grande Panda comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Fiat Grande Panda?
The Fiat Grande Panda is £4,120 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 Fiat Grande Panda comes out roughly £4,160 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 Fiat Grande Panda like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 166 miles for the Fiat Grande Panda - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Fiat Grande Panda?
The Fiat Grande Panda is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 89 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 639 mm of total clearance for the Fiat Grande Panda 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 Fiat Grande Panda?
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 Fiat Grande Panda. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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