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Citroen eC3

Hatchback · EV

57 PS
Power
143 Nm
Torque
330 km
Range · ARAI

Variant

3 variants
Ex-showroom · Live (O) ₹12.45 Lakh
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The Spec'd take

Why it stands out

  • Battery-as-a-Subscription option brings the effective entry price to Rs 6.98 lakh
  • 10-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay standard

Worth knowing

  • Global NCAP gave it 0 stars for adults and 1 for children (2024), on a test car with 2 airbags
  • Dual airbags only, no 6-airbag option on any trim

Performance

Live (O)
57PS
143Nm
0-100 km/h15.3 sec (0-60 km/h in 6.8s)
Top speed107 km/h
DriveFWD
GearboxAutomatic

Range & charging

29.2 kWh
330km
Range · ARAI
0%10%80%100%

30 kW DC Fast Charging: 10-80% in 57 mins (CCS2) · 3.3 kW AC Home Charger: 10-100% in 10.5…

Range of every version

Safety

0 stars, Global NCAP 2024

Adult20.86 / 34
Child10.55 / 49
Up to 6 airbags 360-degree camera Tyre pressure monitor Stability control ISOFIX

Space

Boot315 L
Seats
Ground clearance170 mm

Price

Live (O)
₹12.45 Lakh
Ex-showroom
On-road, Mumbai₹12.96 Lakh
EMI, 20% down, 5 years₹20,918 / month

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

Cabin & tech

Citroen eC3, interior
  • Touchscreen10.25-inch Citroën Connect HD Touchscreen Infotainment…
  • Driver displayDigital Driver Instrument Display with Speedometer
  • Audio4-Speaker Audio System with Acoustic Tuning
  • Front seatsManual 6-Way Adjustable Driver Seat with Citroën Advanced…
  • Climate controlManual Air Conditioning with Powerful Heater & Quick Cool…

Photos

14 photosExterior, Interior, Lifestyle, 3 colours

Dimensions

2,540 mm3,981 mm1,586 mm
Length3,981 mm
Width1,733 mm
Height1,586 mm
Wheelbase2,540 mm
Kerb weight1,316 kg

Practical figures

Mileage / range
Claimed: 330 km (29.2 kWh), ARAI/MIDC
Safety
0 stars, Global NCAP 2024
Up to 6 airbags

Vehicle Details

Variant / Trim Shine / Feel / Live
Body Type Electric Compact Hatchback / Crossover
Seating Capacity 5 Seats

Motor, Battery & Performance

Motor Type & Placement Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) Front-Mounted
Peak Power 42 kW (57 PS / 56.2 bhp) @ 4,000 rpm
Peak Torque (Nm) 143 Nm Instant Torque @ 0-2,500 rpm
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Battery Pack Capacity 29.2 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) Liquid/Air Cooled Battery Pack
Battery Chemistry & Ingress Rating LFP Lithium Iron Phosphate (IP67 Waterproof Enclosure, High Thermal Stability)
Top Speed 107 km/h (Electronically Limited)
0-100 km/h (sec) 15.3 sec (0-60 km/h in 6.8s)

Range & Charging

Claimed Range 330 km (ARAI-certified / MIDC test cycle)
Real-World Range Estimate (km) 220-250 km (Real-World Driving Range in Mixed Conditions)
AC Charging Time (0-100% at kW) 3.3 kW AC Home Charger: 10-100% in 10.5 hours
DC Fast Charging Time (10-80% at Max kW) 30 kW DC Fast Charging: 10-80% in 57 mins (CCS2)
V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) Support No
Regenerative Braking Modes / One-Pedal Drive Standard Automatic Regenerative Braking System with Deceleration Energy Recovery

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Brake Type & Diameter Ventilated Disc (Front)
Rear Brake Type & Diameter Drum (Rear)
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Wheel Type & Size 15-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels (Steel with Wheel Covers on Feel/Live)
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 Tubeless Radial
Spare Wheel Type Full Size Steel Spare Wheel under boot floor

Dimensions & Storage

Length (mm) 3,981 mm
Width (mm) 1,733 mm
Height (mm) 1,586 mm (1,604 mm with roof rails)
Wheelbase (mm) 2,540 mm
Ground Clearance (mm) 170 mm
Kerb Weight (kg) 1,316 kg
Boot Space (Litres) 315 Litres
Front Trunk / Frunk Space (Litres) 0 Litres (No Frunk)

Safety & ADAS

NCAP Rating Global NCAP (2024): 0 stars for adult occupants (20.86/34) and 1 star for children (10.55/49). The test car had 2 airbags and no ESP.
Airbags Count & Configuration 6 Airbags Standard on updated Shine trim (Dual front on Live/Feel)
ESP, TC, Hill Hold / Descent Control Yes (Anti-Lock Braking System ABS with EBD, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill Start Assist on AT)
ADAS Level & Key Features None
360-Degree Camera / Parking Assist Rear Parking Camera with Dynamic Guidelines & Rear Parking Sensors
TPMS Yes (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System TPMS)
ISOFIX Mounts Yes (Rear outer seats with ISOFIX)

Interior & Cockpit

Touchscreen Display Size & OS 10.25-inch Citroën Connect HD Touchscreen Infotainment System with MyCitroën Play
Digital Instrument Cluster Size Digital Driver Instrument Display with Speedometer, Battery Percentage & Driving Range Readout
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto
Connected Car Suite & OTA Updates MyCitroën Connect Connected App with 35 Smart Features (Remote Charging Status, Geofencing, SOS)
Audio System & Speaker Count 4-Speaker Audio System with Acoustic Tuning
Sunroof Type None
Ventilated / Powered Front Seats Manual 6-Way Adjustable Driver Seat with Citroën Advanced Comfort Seats in Tropical Fabric
Climate Control (Auto AC Zones & Heat Pump) Manual Air Conditioning with Powerful Heater & Quick Cool Function
Wireless Phone Charger Yes (Fast USB Charging Ports front & rear)

Lighting & Exterior

Headlights Halogen Headlamps with Signature Split V-Shaped LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
Tail Lights (LED Lightbar) 3D Effect Signature Halogen / LED Tail Lamps
Fog Lamps & DRLs Front Bumper-Mounted Fog Lamps with Chrome Surround

Colours, Charging & Warranty

Colours Available Polar White, Perla Nera Black, Cosmo Blue
Charging Port Type Type 2 AC & Combined Charging System CCS-2 DC Fast Charging (Front-Right Fender)
Standard Vehicle Warranty 3 Years / 1,25,000 km
Battery & Motor Warranty 7 Years / 1,40,000 km (Motor: 5 Years / 1,00,000 km)
Service Interval 12 Months / 10,000 km (Initial check at 2 Months / 2,000 km)

Every variant

3 variants, pick one to see its figures
VariantGearbox and driveEx-showroom
Automatic · FWD₹12.09 Lakh
Best valueAutomatic · FWD₹12.45 Lakh
Automatic · FWD₹13.36 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

Daily running cost

5-year cost to own

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

Citroen eC3: quick answers

Citroen eC3 price in India starts at ₹12.09 Lakh ex-showroom, about ₹12.6 Lakh on-road in Mumbai. Our pick for value is the Live (O).

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What is the on-road price of the Citroen eC3?

For the Live, the cheapest version, it starts at about ₹12.6 Lakh in Mumbai, with road tax, insurance and FASTag included. Elsewhere: Pune ₹12.6 Lakh, New Delhi ₹12.6 Lakh, Chennai ₹12.68 Lakh, Hyderabad ₹12.71 Lakh, Bengaluru ₹13.63 Lakh.

Which Citroen eC3 version is the best value?

Our pick is the Live (O), at ₹12.45 Lakh ex-showroom. Over the version below it, it adds Mid-spec trim, best balance of price and equipment.

What is the range of the Citroen eC3?

Up to 330 km (29.2 kWh) on a full charge. That is the claimed figure; real-world range is usually lower. See the range of every version

What is the Citroen eC3's crash test rating?

0 stars from Global NCAP, tested in 2024. It comes with up to 6 airbags.

What are the Citroen eC3's main rivals?

The MG Comet EV, Tata Tiago EV and Hyundai i20 N Line. See it side by side with the MG Comet EV.

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