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Citroën C3 problems: all generations

We have documented 4 generations of the Citroën C3: C3 I (2002–2009), C3 II (2009–2016), C3 III (2016–2024) and C3 IV (2024–today). The one with the best score is the Citroën C3 IV (6.8/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. Citroën C3 I

    2002–2009

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.6 HDi, 1.4 HDi, 1.4 and 1.6 TU3/TU5, AL4 / DP0 gearbox

    Most serious fault: High severity

    5.8 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. Citroën C3 II

    2009–2016 · code A51

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.2 PureTech, 1.6 HDi, 1.0 PureTech, 1.4 HDi

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    4.6 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  3. Citroën C3 III

    2016–2024 · code B618

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.2 PureTech, 1.5 BlueHDi, 1.6 HDi

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    4.8 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  4. Citroën C3 IV

    2024–today · code CC21

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.2 PureTech

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.8 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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