Citroen C5 Aircross Shine vs Mazda Mazda 3 Sedan (Standard) Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Citroen C5 Aircross starts at Rs 1.35 crore and the Mazda Mazda 3 at Rs 67.5 lakh in Nepal, so the Mazda Mazda 3 costs Rs 67.5 lakh less (100%). The Citroen C5 Aircross returns about 17.5 kmpl and the Mazda Mazda 3 about 18.2 kmpl. Engines are 1997 cc and 1998 cc. Figures on this page are for the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine and the Mazda Mazda 3 Sedan (Standard).

Boot space is 580 litres in the Citroen C5 Aircross and 444 litres in the Mazda Mazda 3. Pick the Citroen C5 Aircross if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. Pick the Mazda Mazda 3 if you want to spend less.

Citroen C5 Aircross in Nepal
Diesel
Citroen

C5 Aircross Shine

Rs. 1.35 Cr
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Mazda Mazda 3 in Nepal
Petrol
Mazda

Mazda 3 Sedan (Standard)

Rs. 67.50 Lakh
View full details of the Mazda Mazda 3 Sedan (Standard)

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mazda Mazda 3

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 1.35 Cr
Rs. 67.50 Lakh

Fuel Type

Diesel
Petrol

Engine

↑ higher

1997 cc
1998 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

17.5 kmpl
18.2 kmpl

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic (EAT8)
6-Speed Automatic

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

8.2s
9.2s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

17.5 kmpl
18.2 kmpl

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic (EAT8)
6-Speed Automatic

Fuel Tank

52 L
50 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

1997 cc
1998 cc

Engine Power

177 bhp (Diesel) / 225 hp (PHEV Combined)
153 bhp @ 6,000 rpm

Top Speed

↑ higher

219 km/h
195 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

8.2s
9.2s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

4500 mm
4660 mm

Width

1969 mm
1795 mm

Height

1710 mm
1440 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2730 mm
2725 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

230 mm
140 mm

Features

Citroen C5 Aircross

No features listed

Mazda Mazda 3

No features listed

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Citroen C5 Aircross Shine vs Mazda Mazda 3 Sedan (Standard) FAQs

Which is better, Citroen C5 Aircross or Mazda Mazda 3 in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Citroen C5 Aircross if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. Pick the Mazda Mazda 3 if you want to spend less.
What is the price difference between Citroen C5 Aircross and Mazda Mazda 3?
The Citroen C5 Aircross starts at Rs 1.35 crore and the Mazda Mazda 3 at Rs 67.5 lakh in Nepal, so the Mazda Mazda 3 costs Rs 67.5 lakh less (100%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, C5 Aircross or Mazda 3?
The Citroen C5 Aircross returns about 17.5 kmpl and the Mazda Mazda 3 about 18.2 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Citroen C5 Aircross and Mazda Mazda 3 have?
The Citroen C5 Aircross has a 1997 cc engine making 177 bhp (Diesel) / 225 hp (PHEV Combined). The Mazda Mazda 3 has a 1998 cc engine making 153 bhp @ 6,000 rpm.
How far can the C5 Aircross and Mazda 3 go on a full tank?
The Citroen C5 Aircross has a 52 litre tank, about 910 km at 17.5 kmpl. The Mazda Mazda 3 has a 50 litre tank, about 910 km at 18.2 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Citroen C5 Aircross and Mazda Mazda 3 use?
The Citroen C5 Aircross uses a 8-Speed Automatic (EAT8) gearbox and the Mazda Mazda 3 a 6-Speed Automatic gearbox.
Which has more space, C5 Aircross or Mazda 3?
The Citroen C5 Aircross seats 5 and the Mazda Mazda 3 seats 5. Boot space is 580 litres against 444 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, C5 Aircross or Mazda 3?
The Citroen C5 Aircross has 230 mm of ground clearance and the Mazda Mazda 3 has 140 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.