CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 75 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
75
Avg Mileage
22,818 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 4 years old, 96% of CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/Ss from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 75 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,818 miles.
How does the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S has 22,818 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 94%. The 2020 sits between the two at 96%.
How much does a 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S by Year
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About the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S
The 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 75 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 15% of all 2020 cars for reliability.
With an average of 22,818 miles at 4 years old, CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S Fuel Costs
The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S Reliability Trend
The CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S
At 4 years old, the CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 75 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S
The CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS C-SERIES PTECH S/S is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-6%) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-4%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-11%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-9%) from 78,522 tests