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Citroen C3 BLUEHDI SHINE PLUS S/S
Citroen C3 BLUEHDI SHINE PLUS S/S
£11,000
London
  • 2022
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  • 20,526 miles
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  • Diesel
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Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S
Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S
£11,700
London
  • 2023
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  • 28,433 miles
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Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S
Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S
£12,000
London
  • 2023
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  • 31,258 miles
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Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S
Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S
£12,500
London
  • 2023
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  • 14,017 miles
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Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S EAT6
Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S EAT6
£13,400
London
  • 2023
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  • 29,570 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Automatic
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Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S EAT6
Citroen C3 PURETECH SHINE PLUS S/S EAT6
£13,500
London
  • 2023
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  • 23,546 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech YOU! Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (83 p
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech YOU! Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (83 p
£13,290
London
  • 2024
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  • 231 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech C-Series Edition EAT6 Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech C-Series Edition EAT6 Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
£14,990
London
  • 2023
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  • 10 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech C-Series Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol EAT6 Euro 6 (
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech C-Series Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol EAT6 Euro 6 (
£15,490
London
  • 2023
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  • 77 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Automatic
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Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2 PureTech Shine Plus SUV 5dr Petrol EAT6 Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Shine Plus SUV 5dr Petrol EAT6 Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps
£17,713
London
  • 2023
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  • 8,072 miles
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  • Automatic
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 5dr
£5,490
London
  • 2017
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  • 60,170 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Feel Euro 6 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Feel Euro 6 5dr
£7,595
London
  • 2017
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  • 31,224 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 VTi VTR+ Euro 5 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 VTi VTR+ Euro 5 5dr
£2,995
London
  • 2013
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  • 72,836 miles
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CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 1.2L PURETECH FLAIR S/S 5d 109 BHP
Citroen C3 1.2L PURETECH FLAIR S/S 5d 109 BHP
£8,995
London
  • 2019
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  • 54,192 miles
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CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 1.2L PURETECH FLAIR S/S EAT6 5d AUTO 129 BHP
Citroen C3 1.2L PURETECH FLAIR S/S EAT6 5d AUTO 129 BHP
£12,130
London
  • 2020
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  • 40,585 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Automatic
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Citroen C3 1.4i VTR+ Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (75 ps)
Citroen C3 1.4i VTR+ Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (75 ps)
£2,195
London
  • 2012
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  • 84,420 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 5dr
£6,400
Wembley
  • 2017
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  • 69,702 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Nav Edition Euro 6 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Nav Edition Euro 6 5dr
£6,900
London
  • 2018
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  • 54,000 miles
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Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
£8,462
London
  • 2019
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  • 39,734 miles
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Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
Citroen C3 1.2 PureTech Flair Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
£9,634
London
  • 2018
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  • 32,754 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Used Citroen C3

Citroen C3

AA Cars works closely with thousands of UK used car dealers to bring you one of the largest selections of Citroen C3 cars on the market. You can also browse Citroen dealers to find a second hand car close to you today. All used Citroen C3 on the AA Cars website are eligible for exclusive breakdown offers, including free Basic Breakdown Cover if the vehicle is for personal use only.

Expert Opinion

Now over ten years old, the Citroen C3 stands out as one of the most eye catching and vibrant cars in the stylish supermini class. A windscreen extending into the roof in the latest generation creates a roomy and airy feel in the cabin, but even without the extra light it remains spacious. Especially in the boot, which at 300 litres is close to being market leading. On the road however, the focus is on comfort and a stable ride, which means that the bulk of the C3's excitement is in its looks, not in how it drives.

Citroen C3 - Review

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About Citroen C3

The Citroen C3 is a supermini with bags of city style, a fun and efficient drive and good run costs. An airy and funky cabin extends the C3's sharp style while remaining practical, making it a comfortable and competent supermini.

Citroen's biggest selling small car, the C3 is affordable, efficient and fun; all of which makes it one of the best value offerings in a competitive class known for its value-for-money.

Why buy a used C3?

Like much of the Citroen range, one of the most instantly attractive aspects of the C3 is its chic, city style, which gives it a smooth but short bonnet, a rounded roof-line and large bulbous windows. The windows let plenty of light into the cabin, while clever design flourishes - such as the ringed alloys - give it a playful-yet-grownup edge.

Inside, the airy and bright cabin is comfortable and more spacious than many of its rivals. A carefully designed dashboard featuring simple yet useful functions in the latest generation is a considerable step up from its predecessor, while its boot (300 litres) is bigger than that of the Ford Focus, but not quite as big as the VW Polo. Along with its generous leg room for both driver and passengers, and comfortable seats, the C3 is a car that offers far more than its supermini title suggests.

On the road the C3 is at its best when at conservative, inner city speeds, but it is surprisingly able on the motorway, too. Good suspension manages to keep it calm and smooth on all but the most uneven of roads, while its low cabin noise and refined engines make it a competent long distance cruiser, too. Handling isn't particularly energetic or dynamic, but it is far from terrible, and only occasionally suffers from vague understeer.

A number of different engine options exist, but all follow the same requirements of efficiency and refinement above out and out performance. The most efficient is the 1.4 eHDi Airdream, which manages an average mpg of 83.1 and emits just 87g/km of CO2. A 1.4 litre VTi petrol option is brisk and nippy, recording a 0 to 60 time of a competent, but not outstanding, 10.8 seconds. The entry level 1.1i VT offers excellent value to buy outright, but is best overlooked in the long run in favour of one of the better performing, cleaner engines.

C3 updates

Citroen C3

The Citroen C3 was first launched in 2001 and has spawned a number of different models.

Here is a short history of the Citroen C3, starting with its launch in 2001.
  • The first Citroen C3 was unveiled at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show and went on sale the following year.
  • The Citroen C3 Pluriel, a C3 variant which included removable panels which transformed it into a partial convertible was unveiled in 2003.
  • In 2006 the C3 was given a minor facelift which saw the front bumper receive a more eye catching design, while the interior also underwent a number of revisions.
  • A mini-MPV variant - the C3 Picasso - was released at the 2008 Paris Motor Show, and went on to find considerable success.
  • At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show the second generation C3 was launched, and featured a more rounded design and a selection of added engine options.
  • In 2013 a facelifted C3 was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show and featured an updated exterior and interior that included LED running lights and new tail light clusters.

Which used C3 should I buy?

The Citroen C3 boasts a number of quality functions in its airy, comfortable cabin. Here are the latest generation's different trim levels and key features.

Citroen C3 VT

VT

ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and EBA, automatic hazard lights, radio/CD player with MP3 capabilities and AUX connectivity, ISOFIX anchorage points, 15" Airflow wheel covers, body colour front and rear bumpers.

Citroen C3 VT+

VT+

Air con, cruise control with speed limiter, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, chrome door handles and handbrake, LED daytime running lights, Electronic Stability Control, ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and EBA, automatic hazard lights, radio/CD player with MP3 capabilities and AUX connectivity, ISOFIX anchorage points, 15" Airflow wheel covers, body colour front and rear bumpers.

Citroen C3 Exclusive

Exclusive

Panoramic Zenith windscreen, integrated dashboard scented air freshner, electrically heated and folding door mirrors, automatic digital air con, cruise control with speed limiter, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, chrome door handles and handbrake, LED daytime running lights, Electronic Stability Control, ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and EBA, automatic hazard lights, radio/CD player with MP3 capabilities and AUX connectivity, ISOFIX anchorage points, 16" Valonga alloy wheels, body colour front and rear bumpers

What should I look for when buying a used C3?

What to look for in a Citroen C3
  • Check the full exterior of the car, making sure that all panels and bumpers are fitted correctly and the same colour. Early model C3s are reported to suffer from a problem with poorly sealed bumpers.
  • Check that all electronics including air con, radio and any electric windows are working as they should. A fault in either one could be indicative of something bigger.
  • Leave the engine running and listen for any misfiring or unsettled idling. This could be a sign of a faulty injector sensor and could lead to costly repair work.
  • Check to see if there is any build up or drops of oil under the car once it has been standing for about 10-15 minutes. If there are, it could indicate that the sump gasket is leaking and needs to be replaced.
  • Cars built before 2003 have been known to suffer from faulty - or snapped - front springs. If the front of the car sits low down then this is likely to be the case.
  • Any noises coming from the suspension when driving over uneven ground could mean that the drop link needs replacing.

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