Used Citroen C1 for sale near Ballymena

CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 3.4 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 30.8%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 3.9 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 450
Average Price: Around £5,300

Citroën C1 (2014-2020) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Cute and quirky looks	Very small boot, even for a city car
Easy to drive and small enough to make parking a doddle	A VW Up is better to drive
Funky roll-top version	The Citroën's new car warranty is short compared with those offered by Hyundai and Kia

Quick Summary

The Citroën C1 (2014-2020) is a relatively basic small city car, ideal for urban runabout duties and well suited to younger drivers embarking on car ownership for the first time. Its cute and quirky design appeals to urban car owners, and there's even a quasi-convertible Airspace version with a cloth roof that rolls back to create an open-top car. Inside, it's all pretty basic with hard, shiny plastics and cloth seats, but that's understandable for a budget car. The second-generation C1 benefits from shared mechanical components with Toyota and Peugeot, built on the same production line, ensuring good reliability.

The C1 is powered by efficient three-cylinder petrol engines, with both 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre units officially returning in excess of 65mpg and achieving around 55mpg in real-world use. Road tax is very low, with cars registered before 31 March 2017 exempt from tax completely, whilst later cars cost £150 per year. Insurance costs are also low, falling into groups 7 to 11, making it ideal for younger drivers. However, the C1 doesn't offer a compelling proposition in any one area when compared to its rivals, and some alternatives offer distinct advantages in practicality, driving dynamics, or warranty coverage.

Best for: Younger drivers embarking on car ownership, urban commuters seeking an affordable and easy-to-park city car, and those attracted to its distinctive design and funky Airspace variant.

Not ideal for: Buyers needing a spacious boot, those prioritising driving dynamics, or those seeking an extended warranty comparable to Hyundai and Kia offerings.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the C1 if: You're a younger driver seeking an affordable and easy-to-park city car, you're attracted to its distinctive design, or you're interested in the funky Airspace roll-top variant.

Consider alternatives if: You need a spacious boot, prioritise driving dynamics, or seek an extended warranty comparable to Hyundai and Kia offerings.

Competitive Position: The Citroën C1 (2014-2020) is a charming city car with distinctive styling and low running costs, but it faces stiff competition in the small car segment. Whilst it excels in urban manoeuvrability and affordability, rivals like the Hyundai i10 offer superior driving dynamics and warranty coverage, the Kia Picanto provides better value, and the Volkswagen Up delivers more badge appeal and practicality. The C1 should be on your shortlist, but don't be surprised if you prefer one of its rivals.

Read our full Citroën C1 Review

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