Cheapest car in Brazil in 2025? Meet the Citroën C3 Live 1.0

Artigo atualizado em 24 de June de 2026 por João Daniel

THE Citroën C3 Live 1.0 2026 It is now the most affordable brand-new car in Brazil for people with disabilities (PWD). With tax exemptions, it costs around… R$ 68,364, which puts it below models like Onix, Argo and Mobi.

What does this mean for those who are going to buy?

• Full price (without exemptions) for those who are not disabled: approximately R$ 74,990.
• For people with disabilitiesThe value drops due to tax exemptions (IPI, ICMS, and factory bonuses).
• The new price makes it cheaper than other popular hatchbacks: the Onix (starting at ~R$ 100,000), the Argo (~R$ 93,000) and the Mobi (around R$ 68,990 on promotion) are above this value when compared to the PCD version of the C3.

Main specifications

• Engine: 1.0 flex, three-cylinder.
  • With ethanolapproximately 75 hp.
  • With Gasolineapproximately 71 hp.
• Transmission: five-speed manual.
• Estimated consumption (Inmetro):
  • In the city: ~9.3 km/l with ethanol, ~13.2 km/l with gasoline.
  • On the road: ~10.3 km/l ethanol, ~14.5 km/l gasoline.
• Fuel tank: 47 liters. This gives you a range that varies depending on where and how you drive.
• Space and measurements:
  • Proper length, width, and height for driving in city traffic.
  • Trunk: 315 liters — a reasonable amount of space for the category.
  • The wheelbase (distance between the front and rear axles) is good, which contributes to interior comfort.
  • Ground clearance (distance from the ground): 180 mm, useful if you ride on less smooth roads.

Standard features and safety

Even the basic version of the C3 Live 1.0 includes:

• Air conditioning
• Electric power steering
• Electric front windows
• Electric locks
• Rear wiper and defroster
• On-board computer
• 15-inch steel wheels with hubcaps

Safe:

• Front airbags
• ABS brakes with electronic brake-force distribution
• Stability and traction control
• Hill start assist
• Indirect tire pressure monitoring
• Three-point seatbelt and headrest for all.

For whom might this car be good (or not)?

Advantages:

• Very competitive price for those who can use the disability benefit.
• Reasonable fuel economy for a 1.0 car.
• Good trunk space and interior space above average for cars of the same type.
• Important safety features come standard.

Possible disadvantages:

• The PCD version does not have an automatic option (for those who prefer not to drive a manual).
• On the road or on steep inclines, a 1.0 engine may be put to the test.
• More advanced features (such as large multimedia displays, wireless mirroring, luxury items) are only available on the more expensive versions.

Conclusion

If you are eligible to purchase as a person with a disability (PCD), the Citroën C3 Live 1.0 It could be a very smart option: lower cost, good equipment, reasonable space. Now, if you are not disabled or need an automatic transmission, it might be worth comparing it with other models or waiting for similar promotions.