Question on consumption C3 1.4 16V (88 hp).

For 1 year we drive in the family a C3 Confort 1.4 16 V with 88 hp. Except for a recall action (generator) so far no problems with the car. What surprises me is the consumption. Although the car is mainly used in the short distance area (but in the country) . Occasionally also bigger rides. Has now 9000 km. down. On average the car still consumes almost always over 8 liters. Last I had as previous peak an average of 8,7. Is the consumption normal with the car? Citroen itself indicates a maximum of 8.1 l. for city traffic. I tried to search here already, but unfortunately did not find it. Makes me stubborn, because the company car of my father (Golf GTI, 200 HP) needs with the same use “only” 9.8 l.. And from the performance the C3 is far away and still swallows powerful – probably a thirsty guy.