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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Jeep Avenger
Selected trimLongitudeChange trim249 mi · 54 kWh · £29,999
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Jeep Avenger leads on family practicality and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Jeep Avenger if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
5
Jeep
5.4
Too close to call
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
4
Jeep
3.4
FamilyJeep
Citroën
3.5
Jeep
4.4
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
3.5
Jeep
3
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
6.7
Jeep
4.8
City DrivingJeep
Citroën
6.4
Jeep
7.8
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 | Jeep AvengerLongitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £29,999 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Jeep Avenger
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm
Jeep Avenger4,080mm-315mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Jeep Avenger1,810mm-40mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Jeep Avenger1,530mm-130mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jeep AvengerLongitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,080 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,810 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.5 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 590 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jeep AvengerLongitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | Not available |
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.
Jeep Avenger
- At 4,080 mm, shorter than 95% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.5 m turning circle, tighter than 80% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Jeep Avenger Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.08m-315mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.81m-40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.53m-130mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 200mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.5m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg (better) | 1,552kg |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh | 54kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 249 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £29,999 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) (better) | £28,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jeep AvengerLongitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 171 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 155 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh | 54 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| 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 | Jeep AvengerLongitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | Not available |
| Power | 83 kW | 115 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm (better) |
| 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.
Jeep Avenger
Longitude
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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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 - Jeep Avenger Longitude
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant70%
Vulnerable Road Users59%
Safety Assist53%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jeep AvengerLongitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Jeep Avenger
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
No active listings.
Jeep Avenger
- £18,4502025Cars2View
- £15,7952024Drive GreenView
- £13,8952023Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jeep Avenger worth the extra £4,884 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Jeep Avenger costs £4,884 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds 58 miles more WLTP range and 32 kW more power. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 80 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Jeep Avenger?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £4,884 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 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 £4,924 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 Jeep Avenger like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 171 miles for the Jeep Avenger - 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 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Jeep Avenger?
The Jeep Avenger is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 590 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Avenger and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. The Jeep Avenger also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Jeep Avenger?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 84% for the Jeep Avenger. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Jeep Avenger's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .