Used Citroen C1 for sale

What types of used Citroen C1 cars are there?

Throughout its life, the Citroen C1 has always been a stylish alternative to some of the other city cars on offer.

Having been built alongside the Peugeot 108 and Toyota Aygo, the C1 offers incredible levels of reliability and is certainly more fun to drive than you might initially think.  

There are a range of trims on offer across both three- and five-door variants, starting with the Touch and working up to the Feel and Flair models. There are even convertible models with a folding fabric roof. 

– Read our Citroen C1 review

Since its inception in 2005, the C1 has seen many different facelifts but one thing has remained a constant, and that is the car’s engine, which has always been some form of a 1.0-litre petrol engine – making it the ideal little city run-around.   

Popular Citroen C1 trims 

There were only ever really three or four trims on the go at any one time, but because the second-generation C1 was on sale for around eight years, several versions came and went. 

> Citroen C1 Flair - Early high-spec model that’s affordable to buy used, with smartphone connectivity and reversing camera 

> Citroen C1 Shine - Newer top-spec model with similar kit, including cruise control 

> Citroen C1 Origins - Special-edition version with styling enhancements, including black alloys, tinted windows and two-tone roof 

Citroen C1 history 

The first model went on sale in 2005 and got major updates in 2009 and 2012, before being replaced in 2014 with the second and final version of the C1. 

> Citroen C1 second-generation (2014) - Drastically more modern-looking than the model it replaced 

Citroen C1 bodyshapes 

There’s only one shape of the Citroen C1 available, but there are minor variations that impact how you might use a used Citroen C1.

> Citroen C1 3-door - As the name suggests, there are just two front doors and a boot lid 

> Citroen C1 5-door - Additional rear doors for making rear-seat access slightly easier 

> Citroen C1 Airscape - Convertible model with folding fabric roof, available in three-door and five-door configurations 

What features does the Citroen C1 have?

Aside from its overall size, the Citroen C1 also has a solid interior – especially in models from 2015 onwards. All trims except the entry-level Touch come as standard with a seven-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.   

There’s even the option of a reversing camera, keyless entry and keyless start on the top-spec Flair models – car tech you’d usually expect on bigger and more expensive cars. 

One of the C1’s main selling points is its small size, making it one of the most compact cars in its class. There's enough room for four people and the boot measures in at 780 litres with the rear seats folded down.  

Is the Citroen C1 reliable?

A used Citroen C1 is a car with average reliability scores from a brand that is, again, average.

This car in particular, though, has the backing of Peugeot and Toyota as joint developers, giving it more credibility. 

How much does the Citroen C1 cost to run?

Even though there’s no hybrid tech, any Citroen C1 for sale will be able to get up to 50mpg from its efficient petrol engine. All models sit in low insurance groups, so you won’t need to write off some models as being too expensive to run. 

It’s also worth noting that consumables like tyres as well as parts should be fairly cheap compared with other cars. 

Who is the Citroen C1 suitable for?

A used Citroen C1 would make a fantastic first car because of its low purchase price, fuel economy and low insurance and running costs.

Rivalling models include the Peugeot 108, Toyota Aygo and Kia Picanto.