About the Citroen C3
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2012 Citroen C3's used prices in Australia typically range from $6,600 for the VT variant and topping out at $8,700 for the Exclusive.
There are 4 variants of the C3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2010.
Engine options include 1.4L petrol (54kW/118Nm), 1.6L petrol (88kW/160Nm) and 1.6L turbo diesel (66kW/215Nm). Available with 5 speed manual or 4 speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2012 C3 was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
2012 Citroen C3 Price
Exclusive
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD | $26,490 |
VTR+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $23,490 |
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD | $23,990 |
Seduction
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $23,990 |
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD | $24,990 |
VT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $19,990 |
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2012 Citroen C3 Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2012 Citroen C3 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Citroen C3
The most fuel efficient Citroen C3 is the SEDUCTION with a 5 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 1.6L DIESEL TURBO F/INJ and uses 3.6L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Citroen C3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the EXCLUSIVE with a 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.6L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 7L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Citroen C3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Citroen C3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD | Diesel | 4.3 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Citroen C3?
The Citroen C3 has a recommended service interval of 6 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2012 Citroen C3 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Citroen C3?
The Citroen C3 offers a 3 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Citroen C3 FAQs
The cheapest Citroen C3 is the VT that starts from $6,600.
The most expensive Citroen C3 is the EXCLUSIVE that starts from $8,700.
The best towing capacity of a Citroen C3 is 1150 kg offered by the following variants: VTR+, SEDUCTION and EXCLUSIVE.
The largest Citroen C3 is the VTR+ which measures 1728mm wide, 3941mm in length and sits 1524mm tall.
The most powerful Citroen C3 is the VTR+ which has 88kW of power from its 1.6L MULTI POINT F/INJ engine.
The Citroen C3 is built in France and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Citroen C3 is the VTR+ which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Citroen C3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded Petrol or Diesel.