Citroen C-Crosser — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
Citroen's large 7-seater SUV, sharing its platform with the Mitsubishi Outlander, offering robust 4x4 capability and spacious passenger space.
The Citroen C-Crosser was Citroen's first large SUV, built alongside the Peugeot 4007 and Mitsubishi Outlander. It features flexible 5+2 seating and a split tailgate.
Power is delivered by a robust 2.2-litre HDi diesel engine, offering strong performance and high towing capability.
Real-world fuel economy is around 33 MPG under mixed driving conditions, which is typical for a heavy 4x4 vehicle of its era.
TL;DR
33 MPG
Real-world diesel
60L
Tank capacity
£82.08
Full tank (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Citroen C-Crosser achieves an estimated 33 MPG in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 60-litre tank completely costs approximately £85.26 at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
33
Real-world MPG
Diesel
39.2
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Diesel |
|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £979 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1449 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1958 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2936 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3915 |
| Full tank (60L) | £85.26 |
| Cost per mile | 19.6p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
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Tips to get better MPG from your C-Crosser
Switch the electronic 4x4 system to 2WD mode under normal road conditions to save fuel.
Maintain a steady highway cruise at 60-65 mph to keep fuel consumption reasonable.
Ensure the diesel particulate filter (DPF) is regularly cleared on longer journeys.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Citroen C-Crosser achieving ~33 MPG real-world, if you fill 48 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£4.80
Gross saving on fuel
£0.59
Cost of 3-mile detour
£4.21
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 25 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Citroen C-Crosser?
The Citroen C-Crosser achieves approximately 33 MPG diesel in real-world conditions, around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 39.2 MPG.
How much does it cost to fill a Citroen C-Crosser?
The Citroen C-Crosser has a fuel tank of 60 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £82.08. Diesel costs approximately £85.26 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Citroen C-Crosser?
At 7,400 miles/year and 142.1p/litre diesel, a Citroen C-Crosser costs approximately £1449 per year in diesel.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Citroen C-Crosser?
In a Citroen C-Crosser doing ~33 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 48-litre fill nets approximately £4.21 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 25 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Citroen C-Crosser cost per mile in fuel?
The Citroen C-Crosser costs approximately 19.6p per mile in diesel at current UK prices.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Citroen C-Crosser?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Citroen C-Crosser is 39.2 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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