Citroen C3 X vs Citroen e-C3 X

Last Updated: August 29, 2026

Citroen C3 X price starts at Rs. 5.63 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.72 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Citroen e-C3 X, priced at Rs. 12.35 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the C3 returns a claimed 19.3 kmpl, while the eC3 offers a claimed 325 km/charge. On the performance front, the C3 uses a 1198cc engine producing 80.46bhp@5750rpm and the eC3 a 29.2kWh battery producing 56.22bhp. If you're deciding between the C3 and eC3, the C3 is the better pick for affordability.

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C3 vs eC3 Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen C3 XCitroen e-C3 X
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.63 LakhRs. 12.35 Lakh
Mileage / Range 19.3 kmpl325 km/charge
Engine / Battery 1198 cc29.2 kWh
Max power / Motor 80.46bhp@5750rpm56.22bhp
Top speed Not Available107 Km/h

C3 vs eC3 Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 Live OptionalCitroen eC3 Live (O)
Rating
147 reviews
51 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Citroen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.63 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.35 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1198 cc Not Available
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 80.46bhp@5750rpm 56.22bhp
No Of Cylinders 3 Not Available
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 1-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Electric(Battery)
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 195/65 R15
Boot Space 315 Liters 315 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 10,891 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 23,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 32,894 C3 Insurance Rs. 48,814 eC3 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
No
Not Available
Displacement
1198 cc
Not Available
Battery Type
Not Available
Lithium-Ion
Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 82
Not Available
Motor Power
Not Available
41.92KW kW
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
29.2 kWh
Motor Type
Not Available
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power
80.46bhp@5750rpm
56.22bhp
Range
Not Available
325 km/charge
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
143Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
3
Not Available
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
1-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
No
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
958 Kg
1302 Kg
Turbo Charger
No
Not Available
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
STANDARD | ECO
Charging Port
Not Available
CCS-II
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
57 Min- (10%-80%)

Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric(Battery)
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
Not Available
107 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
Not Available

Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
4.98 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/65 R15
Wheel Size
15
15
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless Radial

Upholstery
Fabric
Leatherette
Rear Seat Headrest
3
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
315 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Silver Painted),Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers,Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, TESSERA Full Wheel Cover,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Outside Door Mirrors(Glossy Black),Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent, Optional VIBE PACK (Body Side Door Molding & Painted Insert, Painted ORVM Cover, Painted Front Fog lamp surround, Painted Rear Reflector Surround, Front Fog Lamp)
Wheel Covers
No
Yes
ORVM
Manual
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
No
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
No
Roof Rails
No
No
LED Headlamps
No
No
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
3981*1733*1586 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2540 mm

USB Charger
Front
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Smart Entry
No
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Drive Modes
Not Available
2
Adjustable Steering
No
Not Available
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Silver Painted),Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers,Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, TESSERA Full Wheel Cover,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Outside Door Mirrors(Glossy Black),Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent, Optional VIBE PACK (Body Side Door Molding & Painted Insert, Painted ORVM Cover, Painted Front Fog lamp surround, Painted Rear Reflector Surround, Front Fog Lamp)
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
Not Available
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
9.84 inch
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
Bench Folding
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
No
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Not Available
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
No
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
No
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
No
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
No
Not Available
Hill Assist
No
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
4
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Rear Doors Manual Child Lock
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
No
Not Available
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
No
Not Available
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Not Available
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
No
No

Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
No

grossWeight
1358 kg
1716 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen C3 X
  • Distinctive and stylish design
  • Comfortable and spacious interior
  • Strong air con
  • Good ride quality
  • Good handling
  • Good value for money
Citroen e-C3 X
  • Easy to drive car for first-time electric car buyers, Super spacious cabin even for exceptionally tall passengers
Citroen C3 X
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors
Citroen e-C3 X
  • Doesn’t offer exciting drive experience, looks the same as the petrol, Missing features: adjustable regenerative braking modes, powered mirror adjustment, auto AC, passive keyless entry, push-button start

Is Citroen EC3 Better Than Citroen C3?

59% users have chosen Citroen eC3 over Citroen C3 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 267 users have also rated Citroen eC3 and Citroen C3 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Citroen eC3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your car. But Citroen C3 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor eC3 C3
Mileage 1.6 3.7
Performance 1.8 4.1
Comfort 4.3 4.5
Maintenance 1.6 3.6
Safety 4.3 3.9
Features 4.1 4.2
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is the best, Citroen C3 or Toyota Glanza?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte, Citroen C3 packs in the presence and space of a mini SUV at the price of a hatchback that's comfortable over a variety of road conditions. But it also lacks some essentials like powered adjustable mirrors or windshield wipers and other creature comforts that its rivals have gotten us accustomed to. On the other hand, if you are looking for a hatch that ticks a lot of boxes, the Glanza is a great option. There's a decent features list, efficient engine options, and more space than a number of more expensive sedans. So, if your priorities are spacious cabin, fuel efficiency and decent features, and power performance, you may go for Glanza. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Citroen C3 Vs Citroen eC3 FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 vs Citroen eC3?
As per the users experiences Citroen C3 X is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your car. But Citroen e-C3 X is better on the grounds of safety.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 vs Citroen eC3?
The Citroen C3 X is cheaper than Citroen e-C3 X by ₹6.72 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 vs Citroen eC3?
As per the users experiences the Citroen C3 X has better performance.

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