Ford Mondeo vs Citroen C3
What's the difference?

Ford Mondeo

$5,995 - $24,480

2018 price

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Citroen C3

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2023 price

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Summary

2018 Ford Mondeo

2023 Citroen C3

By Tom White

By James Cleary

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Diesel Turbo 4, 2.0L

Turbo 3, 1.2L

Fuel Type

Diesel

Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

5.1L/100km (combined)

5.2L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Well equipped
Practical and refined
EcoBoost engine hammers

Equipment
Design
Space efficiency

Dislikes

Hit and miss styling
Inconsistent ride
SUV-like seating position

Price
Sub-par refinement
Ownership costs

2018 Ford Mondeo Summary

Yes, this is a Ford Mondeo review in Anno Domini 2018.

This assumes, of course, that Ford even still sells the Mondeo, and despite the fact that it's the third best-selling car in the segment, Ford oddly doesn't seem keen to talk about it.

Why? Perhaps Ford doesn't want anybody to get overly attached to a sedan-y hatch that has a cloudy future in an ever-shrinking mid-size market. After all, there's still a rather vocal sect of the population feeling burned by the end of the Falcon dynasty.

You'd also be right to assume those numbers are padded out a fair bit by corporate leases. Salesmen in England were long referred to as Mondoe Men for a reason. I'll tell you this much, though, I'd be pretty stoked if I got one of these Mondeos as a lease.

As an FG Falcon owner, for most intents and purposes it would even be a half-way decent replacement for my large sedan. Stick with me as I explain why.

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2023 Citroen C3 Summary

You’re a city dweller on the hunt for a small hatch, but the usual suspects just don’t do it for you. Time for a trip down the urban road less travelled.

The Citroen C3 fits the bill in terms of scale, but brings something extra when it comes to personality. A fun-sized European with the ability to surprise and delight.

It comes at a price, though. So, is the promise of some extra excitement in your motoring life worth it? Read on to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2018 Ford Mondeo 2023 Citroen C3

Verdict

The Mondeo creeps to the forefront as one of the best Fords with the smallest marketing budget.

Well equipped, reasonably fun to drive and semi-luxurious to be in for long periods, it's hard to remember why it's so forgettable.

Its certainly worth your consideration over its rivals, but then perhaps you don't want to fall in love with another Ford potentially headed for the chopping block in the near future.

Verdict

The Citroen C3’s plus column contains some big ticket items like a solid standard equipment list, design flair, generous interior space, an eager engine, good safety and a comfy suspension. However, the minus side of the ledger isn’t exactly empty, with entries like steep price, marginal perceived quality, poor cabin storage, sub-par refinement, okay economy, and high ownership costs.

But there’s no doubt this car delivers a different, adventurous take on the city-sized hatch, and for you, that alone may count for more than any of those things.

Ford Mondeo vs Citroen C3 What's the difference?

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Ford Mondeo vs Citroen C3
What's the difference?