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Citroen C3

Name: Citroen C3
Brand: Citroen

Hatchback · Petrol

110 PS

Power

205 Nm

Torque

18.3 kmpl

Mileage · ARAI

Variant

8 variants

The Spec'd take

Why it stands out

Genuine CNG factory option across 4 variants, useful for high-mileage buyers
Turbo-petrol automatic offers real performance for the price

Worth knowing

Its electric twin, the eC3, scored 0 stars for adults from Global NCAP in 2024, a real safety concern
No advanced driver assistance systems on any variant

Performance

Turbo Shine Petrol AT

110PS

205Nm

0-100 km/h10.0 sec (Turbo AT)

Top speed180 km/h

DriveFWD

GearboxAutomatic

Engine & mileage

18.3kmpl

Mileage · ARAI

1.2L PureTech 3-Cylinder Turbo · 30-litre tank

About 550 km on a full tank, at the claimed mileage

Mileage of every version and fuel cost

Safety

Not tested in this form; the electric eC3 scored 0 stars (Global NCAP 2024)

Up to 6 airbags Tyre pressure monitor Stability control ISOFIX

Space

Boot315 L

Seats

Ground clearance180 mm

Price

Turbo Shine Petrol AT

₹9.68 Lakh

Ex-showroom

On-road, Mumbai₹11.26 Lakh

EMI, 20% down, 5 years₹16,264 / month

Loan at 9.5% a year. Insurance in the on-road figure is an estimate.

Cabin & tech

Touchscreen10.25-inch Citroën Connect Touchscreen Infotainment
Driver display7-inch Full Digital Color TFT Driver Information Cluster
Audio4-Speaker Audio System with Acoustic Tuning
Climate controlAutomatic Climate Control with Rear AC Vents
Wireless chargerFast USB-A & USB-C charging ports front & rear

Photos

14 photosExterior, Interior, Lifestyle, 5 colours

Dimensions

Length3,981 mm

Width1,733 mm

Height1,604 mm

Wheelbase2,540 mm

Kerb weight1,035 kg

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News & reviews

Practical figures

Mileage / range

Claimed: 19.3 kmpl (1.2L NA Petrol MT) / 18.3 kmpl (1.2L Turbo Petrol AT), ARAI

Safety

Not tested in this form; the electric eC3 scored 0 stars (Global NCAP 2024)

Up to 6 airbags

Vehicle Details

Variant / Trim Live / Live (O) / Feel / Feel (O) / Turbo Feel / Shine / Turbo Shine (1.2L PureTech NA or Turbo Petrol)

Body Type Compact Hatchback / Crossover

Seating Capacity 5 Seats

Engine & Performance

Fuel Type Petrol (dealer-fit CNG kit also available on Live, Feel, Feel (O) and Shine MT)

Displacement 1,198 cc (1.2L)

Engine Config 1.2L PureTech 3-Cylinder Turbo / Naturally Aspirated Petrol

Max Power 82 PS @ 5,750 rpm (NA) / 110 PS (108 bhp) @ 5,500 rpm (Turbo)

Max Torque 115 Nm (NA) / 190 Nm (MT) / 205 Nm (AT) @ 1,750-2,500 rpm

Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)

0-100 10.0 sec (Turbo AT)

Top Speed 180 km/h

Mileage 19.30 kmpl (NA Petrol MT) / 18.30 kmpl (Turbo Petrol AT), ARAI. No ARAI figure published yet for the turbo petrol MT

Transmission & Hybrid

Transmission 5-Speed MT (NA) / 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic (Turbo)

Gears 5 / 6

Paddles No

Hybrid None

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Brakes Ventilated Disc

Rear Brakes Drum

Front Suspension MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring

Rear Suspension Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring

Wheel Type 15-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size 195/65 R15 Tubeless Radial

Spare Wheel Full Size Steel Spare Wheel

Dimensions & Capacities

Length 3,981 mm

Width 1,733 mm

Height 1,604 mm

Wheelbase 2,540 mm

Ground Clearance 180 mm

Kerb Weight 1,035 kg

Boot Space 315 Litres

Fuel Tank 30 Litres

Turning Radius 4.98 m

Safety & ADAS

NCAP Rating Not tested in this form. The electric eC3 scored 0 stars for adults and 1 for children from Global NCAP (2024). The C3 sold in Brazil also scored 0 stars, from Latin NCAP in 2023.

Airbags 2 airbags (driver and front passenger) on Live, Live (O) and Feel; 6 airbags (dual front, side, curtain) on Feel (O) and Shine

ESP/TC Yes (ESP, Hill Hold Assist, ABS with EBD, Traction Control)

ADAS None

Camera Rear Parking Camera with Dynamic Guidelines & Rear Parking Sensors

TPMS Yes (TPMS)

ISOFIX Yes (Rear outer seats)

Interior & Infotainment

Touchscreen 10.25-inch Citroën Connect Touchscreen Infotainment

Digital Cluster 7-inch Full Digital Color TFT Driver Information Cluster

CarPlay/Android Auto Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto

Connected Tech MyCitroën Connect App with 35 Connected Features

Audio System 4-Speaker Audio System with Acoustic Tuning

Sunroof None

Seat Features Manual 6-Way Adjustable Driver Seat in Tropical Fabric with Citroën Advanced Comfort

Climate Control Automatic Climate Control with Rear AC Vents

Wireless Charger Yes (Fast USB-A & USB-C charging ports front & rear)

Lighting & Exterior

Headlights LED Projector Headlamps with Signature Split V-Shaped LED DRLs

Tail Lights 3D Effect Tail Lamps

Fog/DRLs Front Bumper Fog Lamps with Chrome Surround

Colours & Warranty

Colours Available Polar White, Perla Nera Black, Garnet Red, Cosmo Blue, Steel Grey, Galaxy Blue (6 mono-tone colours; no dual-tone currently listed)

Standard Warranty 2 Years / 40,000 km (Extendable up to 5 Years / 1,00,000 km)

Service Interval 12 Months / 10,000 km (Initial inspection at 2 Months / 2,000 km)

Every variant

8 variants, pick one to see its figures

Variant	Gearbox and drive	Ex-showroom
	Manual · FWD	₹4.99 Lakh
	Manual · FWD	₹5.69 Lakh
	Manual · FWD	₹5.99 Lakh
	Manual · FWD	₹7.03 Lakh
	Manual · FWD	₹7.58 Lakh
	Manual · FWD	₹7.86 Lakh
	Manual · FWD	₹8.97 Lakh
Best value	Automatic · FWD	₹9.68 Lakh

On-road price

Ex-showroom price plus RTO road tax, insurance, and mandatory accessories for your city.

Estimate only. Actual RTO tax, insurance and accessory costs vary by dealer and change with government notifications, so always confirm the final on-road price with your dealer.

Or see the full breakdown for a specific city:

Mumbai, Maharashtra Pune, Maharashtra New Delhi Bengaluru, Karnataka Chennai, Tamil Nadu Hyderabad, Telangana Ahmedabad, Gujarat Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Bhubaneswar, Odisha Chandigarh

More cities (15)

Dehradun, Uttarakhand Gurugram, Haryana Guwahati, Assam Indore, Madhya Pradesh Jaipur, Rajasthan Kochi, Kerala Kolkata, West Bengal Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Ludhiana, Punjab Panaji, Goa Patna, Bihar Puducherry Ranchi, Jharkhand Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

Daily running cost

Loan EMI

EMI by tenure and down payment

5-year cost to own

Purchase price plus 5 years of fuel and maintenance, minus estimated resale value.

Citroen C3: quick answers

Citroen C3 price in India starts at ₹4.99 Lakh ex-showroom, about ₹5.7 Lakh on-road in New Delhi. Our pick for value is the Turbo Shine Petrol AT.

What is the on-road price of the Citroen C3?

For the Live Petrol MT, the cheapest version, it starts at about ₹5.7 Lakh in New Delhi, with road tax, insurance and FASTag included. Elsewhere: Kolkata ₹5.78 Lakh, Ahmedabad ₹5.8 Lakh, Mumbai ₹6.05 Lakh, Pune ₹6.05 Lakh, Chennai ₹6.18 Lakh, Bengaluru ₹6.21 Lakh, Hyderabad ₹6.25 Lakh. Plus 31 more cities, each with its own price page.

Which Citroen C3 version is the best value?

Our pick is the Turbo Shine Petrol AT, at ₹9.68 Lakh ex-showroom.

What mileage does the Citroen C3 give?

Between 18.3 kmpl and 19.3 kmpl, depending on the version. These are ARAI figures; day-to-day mileage is usually lower. See every version's mileage and fuel cost

What is the Citroen C3's crash test rating?

Not tested in this form; the electric eC3 scored 0 stars (Global NCAP 2024). It comes with up to 6 airbags.

What are the Citroen C3's main rivals?

The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Maruti Suzuki Swift and Tata Tiago. See it side by side with the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.

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