Overview

The C3 is Citroen’s alternative to small hatchbacks like the Peugeot 207 and Vauxhall Corsa but compared to newer alternatives it’s starting to show it’s age – particularly inside where the low rent interior and cheap plastics let it down badly. It’s comfortable and easy to drive, especially in town, but it’s far from enjoyable and lacks the refinement and polish of competitors.

That said it does represent good value for money as a used buy. The diesel engines are particularly good too and return excellent economy making the Citroen cheap to run. Just don’t expect many thrills along the way. Despite a new (and far superior) C3 model being introduced in 2010, this version is still on sale, badged as the C3 First.