Are Citroen C3 cars reliable?

Are Citroen C3 cars reliable?

On the whole the second generation C3 is proving to be a pretty reliable car, and the French car maker finished 13th out of 24 manufacturers in the 2016 JD Power Vehicle Dependability Study.

Is C3 2016 a good car?

The new Citroen C3 is a very easy car to fall in love with. It may not be as good to drive as a Fiesta or as classy as a Polo, but it has something that's been missing in the supermini market – spirit. It's fun to look at and be in, has all the tech you could want and is good value to buy and run.

What is Citroen C3 like to drive?

Because of its super-soft suspension, the Citroën C3 feels rather more old-fashioned to drive than its sharp looks would suggest, with huge amounts of body lean through corners. And, while the steering is relatively accurate, it's far too light to give you much confidence when driving on faster roads.

Is Citroen C3 a diesel?

The C3 Pluriel was introduced in July 2003, and was originally offered with a choice of a 1.4 or a 1.6 L petrol engine, and a 1.4 L diesel engine. The 1.6 L petrol came fitted, as standard, with an automated manual gearbox.

What problems do Citroen C3 have?

The C3 is known to suffer from electrical problems, which can be anything from a problem with the lights to a problem with the central locking. The usual cause of electrical problems on this car is to do with the control unit.

Is Citroen C3 good on fuel?

Citroen has a decent record on fuel efficiency from its small petrol and diesel engines, and the C3 continues that trend, even under the tougher WLTP test procedure. The cleanest C3 of all is the 1.6 BlueHDi which emits as little as 112g/km of CO2, while fuel economy of up to 65.7mpg is quoted.

Is Citroen C3 good on the motorway?

High speeds and motorway driving are handled pretty easily in the C3. It's a refined long-distance cruiser, with one of the most comfortable rides in the sector. It's softly set-up approach also pays dividends around potholed urban roads.

What Litre is a Citroen C3?

First to hit showrooms is the all-new 1.1-litre C3, which combines the good looks of Citroen's city car with the firm's smallest and most efficient petrol engine.

Are Citroen parts expensive?

The average cost to repair a Citroen car is pleasantly low. This could be for several reasons, the most likely being that the parts are quite popular and therefore are easy to source and repair.

Does Citroen C3 have Turbo?

There are just three conventional turbocharged engines to pick from, two petrols and one diesel, with not a single hybrid in sight. Power ranges from 110-130hp so don't expect brisk acceleration, either.

When did the Citroen C3 hatchback come out?

• The first generation of the C3 was launched at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, as well as the 2001 Bologna Motor Show, and began marketing in January 2002, as a five door hatchback. It was available with 1.1, 1.4 and 1.6 litre petrol engines, and 1.4 and 1.6 litre common rail diesel engines.

What is the difference between the Citroën C3 and DS3?

• The new C3 builds on the curvy profile of the previous model and has a look in keeping with other Citroën models and the older C3, although it is longer and wider than the old model. The lights at the front, bonnet, dashboard assembly, and other components are shared with the DS3.

When did the Citroen C3 Pluriel replace the Saxo?

• It replaced the Citroën Saxo in the model line up, and is currently in its third generation. The third generation model made its appearance in June 2016, and went on sale in January 2017. It is produced in a five door hatchback body style, with the first generation also being produced in a two door convertible version, called the C3 Pluriel.

What kind of instrumentation does a Citroen C3 have?

• On the new C3, the instrumentation is a mix of analogue dials beneath a styled cowl and a digital display for the fuel and trip computer. There is no temperature gauge (unlike the DS3), but a red and blue warning lamp to show hot or cold engines which come on as required.