2025 Citroen C3 AircrossTrue Cost of Ownership in China
100 hp turbocharged inline-3, popular compact SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$31K
Base: $24K
Annual Total
$9K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
15% of base price
VAT
$4K
13% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$74K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Citroen C3 Aircross — Full Cost Breakdown in China
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $24K |
| Import Duty (15%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (13%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $31K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $990 |
| Annual Maintenance | $739 |
| Annual Depreciation | $5K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $9K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $74K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.572 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Citroen C3 Aircross Fuel Cost Calculator — China
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Annual Fuel Cost
$990
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$83
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$6.60
6L × ¥1.10
Citroen C3 Aircross Depreciation Curve
The Citroen C3 Aircross loses approximately $12K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $24K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $19K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $17K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $15K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $13K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $12K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Citroen C3 Aircross vs. Competitors in China
How does the Citroen C3 Aircross compare to similar cars available in China?
Citroen
C3 Aircross
Base Price
$24K
Annual Cost in China
$9K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in China
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in China
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in China
$4K
Annual costs estimated for China market. Import duty (15%) and VAT (13%) applied to all models.
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Very Expensive for China
Annual car costs = 71% of average China income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In China
Fuel Price
¥1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
15%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
13%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Citroen C3 Aircross in China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Citroen C3 Aircross in China.
The 2025 Citroen C3 Aircross has a base price of $24,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $31,188 USD (¥31,188 CNY).