Citroën C3 Aircross II (2024 – Présent)

Reliability score : 7.8/10

Citroën C3 Aircross II (2024+) The second generation of the Citroën C3 Aircross marks a complete break with its predecessor. Based on Stellantis' Smart Car platform (shared with the new Opel Frontera), the vehicle has grown considerably to reach 4.39 m and now offers a configuration with up to 7 seats, a unique offering in the B-SUV segment. ⚠️ IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION REGARDING DIESEL: Although your search targets diesel powertrains for the years 2024-2025, Citroën has definitively abandoned diesel for this second generation. Buyers looking for a diesel C3 Aircross registered in 2024 will exclusively find 1st generation (Phase 2) end-of-stock models equipped with the 1.5 BlueHDi. The new generation (Gen II) relies entirely on new gasoline engines with timing chains, mild-hybridization (MHE

✅ Strengths

Record spaciousness for the segment (up to 7 seats).
Typical Citroën suspension comfort (Advanced Comfort).
Abandonment of the wet belt on gasoline engines (finally a chain!).
Very aggressive pricing against the competition.
Assertive cubic design maximizing interior space.

⚠️ Weaknesses

Total disappearance of the diesel engine on the new generation.
Limited range for the electric version (approx. 300 km WLTP).
Hard and basic interior plastics (cost reduction).
Infotainment ergonomics sometimes slow.
Unknown long-term reliability of the new e-DCS6 gearbox.

🎯 Verdict

The Citroën C3 Aircross II (2024+) changes dimension and philosophy. For diesel enthusiasts, it's a disappointment: the powertrain has disappeared from the catalog. If you absolutely must drive a diesel, you will have to look for a previous generation model registered in early 2024, accepting the risks associated with the 1.5 BlueHDi's AdBlue system. However, the new generation corrects Stellantis' biggest flaw: the gasoline engines finally adopt a timing chain. The most relevant choice is the 1.2 Hybrid 136 hp, which offers an excellent power/consumption compromise and makes up for the absence of diesel for most uses. The electric version is best reserved for peri-urban use given its modest battery.