Citroën C3 Picasso 2008–2013 car dimensions: 4078 mm long, 1730 mm wide and 1624 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,334 kg. Braked towing is 1,100 kg.
The cabin feels bright and open thanks to the large panoramic windscreen and optional glass roof. Controls sit high and clear for the driver. Manual air conditioning comes on mid grades while dual-zone automatic climate control is on the top Exclusive. Cruise control with speed limiter is standard from VTR+ upwards. Rear parking sensors are fitted on Exclusive models. An optional colour navigation screen is available on higher trims and can pair with a reversing camera.
Boot space starts at 385 litres with the rear seats in their rearmost position and rises to 500 litres when the seats slide forward. Fold the rear bench flat and capacity reaches 1506 litres with a fully flat load floor. An adjustable boot floor and low loading lip make packing straightforward. Exclusive models add a folding front passenger seat for longer items.
Braked towing capacity is typically 1100 kg across the range, rising to 1200 kg on some diesel versions. Unbraked towing sits around 650 kg. Payload is approximately 400 kg depending on engine and equipment.
The flat-folding seats and adjustable boot floor suit everyday family and light work duties. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages appear in the published specifications.
The cabin feels spacious and bright with a standard panoramic windscreen and optional glass roof that floods the interior with light. Front seats adjust for height and slide, rear seats slide and recline in two positions with a fold-flat option for long loads. A standard scented air freshener adds a personal touch, while the soft suspension and light controls make for relaxed everyday driving.
Euro NCAP 4-star rating
Up to 6 airbags depending on trim
ABS with EBD and EBA standard
ESP standard on higher trims or optional
Service every two years or 20,000 km for diesels and 32,000 km for petrols
Engines include 1.4 and 1.6 petrol VTi units plus 1.6 HDi diesels, with some later models adding stop-start for better efficiency. The car is set up for easy town use with light steering.
Servicing follows the maker schedule of at least every two years, with shorter distances for diesels to protect the turbo. Regular oil changes are key for longevity on HDi versions.
Safety centres on a reinforced structure with standard front airbags, pretensioners and ABS/EBD/EBA. Higher trims add side and curtain airbags plus ESP for better control. It scored four stars at Euro NCAP.
Keeping the car means watching for common diesel issues like EGR or turbo oil feed if neglected, but the flexible interior and solid build make it practical for family use over time.
Length 4078 mm, Width 1730 mm, Height 1624 mm, Wheelbase 2540 mm (C3 Picasso 2008–2013)
Sources: manufacturer data, Citroën UK C3 Picasso brochure technical specification, citroenet.org.uk, auto-data.net and Euro NCAP.