Citroën C3

The Citroën C3 is a supermini automobile produced by the French manufacturer Citroën since 2003.

The C3 was launched as one of two replacements for the Citroën Saxo (the other is the smaller 3-doors Citroën C2). It was widely seen as a turning point for Citroën, reviving the marque's reputation for idiosyncratic, quirky design. It was designed by Donato Coco and Jean Pierre Ploué, previously known for authoring the Renault Twingo design, and head of the Citroën design team since 1999.

The C3 family received in July 2003 a new member in the form of the highly-adaptable C3 Pluriel, which can be configured as a convertible, a pick-up or a closed car thanks to its folding metal roof. In some ways the C3 Pluriel is a successor to the utilitarian Citroën Méhari of the 1970s.

The engine line-up of C3 is similar to the Saxo, with 1.1L, 1.4L and 1.6L petrol engines as well as a 1.4L diesel. In accordance with PSA Group policy, the C3's chassis will also be used for the upcoming Peugeot 1007.