Citroen C3 Aircross vs Lexus Rx450H+

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Citroen C3 Aircross
Citroen C3 Aircross

2021 price

Lexus Rx450H+
Lexus Rx450H+

$105,450 - $123,750

2026 price

Summary

2021 Citroen C3 Aircross
2026 Lexus Rx450H+
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 3, 1.2L

Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

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Fuel Efficiency
6.6L/100km (combined)

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Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Far too expensive
  • Gloomy interior
  • Lack of storage

  • Relatively short EV-only range
  • No spare tyre, just a repair kit
  • Raised rear seat cramped for tall people
2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Summary

Citroen's C4 Cactus made quite an impression. A polarising machine, it was the Frenchest French car for ages which translated into almost no local sales but admiration for the bravery of those who signed it off.

It did quite well in its home market though and its designers took note. When the company turned its attention to a smaller SUV based on the C3 hatchback - complete with the baffling Aircross name - the Cactus was an obvious inspiration.

With the Hyundai Venue on the scene - as well as a wealth of larger machines at lower prices - the Citroen C3 Aircross needs to be good to justify a big sticker price.

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2026 Lexus Rx450H+ Summary

Lexus has finally brought a plug-in hybrid to the Australian market with the RX450h+, and we’ve been testing the second-from-the-top Sports Luxury grade to see how it stacks up.

Promising a blend of electric efficiency and the high-end comfort Lexus is known for, this large SUV steps into a competitive segment. But does it deliver on both fronts?

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