Citroen C3 X vs Mercedes-Benz EQS

Last Updated: August 19, 2026

Citroen C3 X price starts at Rs. 4.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.25 Crore cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz EQS, priced at Rs. 1.30 Crore. In terms of efficiency, the C3 returns a claimed 19.3 kmpl, while the EQS offers a claimed 813 km/charge. On the performance front, the C3 uses a 1198cc engine producing 80.46bhp@5750rpm and the EQS a 107.8kWh battery producing 536bhp. If you're deciding between the C3 and EQS, the C3 is the better pick for affordability.

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C3 vs EQS Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen C3 XMercedes-Benz EQS
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 4.99 LakhRs. 1.30 Crore
Mileage / Range 19.3 kmpl813 km/charge
Engine / Battery 1198 cc107.8 kWh
Max power / Motor 80.46bhp@5750rpm536bhp
Top speed Not Available210 Km/h

C3 vs EQS Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 LiveMercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC Celebration Edition
Rating
145 reviews
23 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 4.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.30 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1198 cc Not Available
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 80.46bhp@5750rpm 536bhp
No Of Cylinders 3 Not Available
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 1-Speed
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Mercedes Benz EQS Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Electric(Battery)
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 Not Available
Boot Space 315 Liters 610 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 9,653 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 2,51,479 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 31,120 C3 Insurance Rs. 5.12 Lakh EQS 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
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
107.8 kWh
Motor Type
Not Available
Two permanently excited synchronous motors
Max Power
80.46bhp@5750rpm
536bhp
Range
Not Available
813 km/charge
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
858Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
Battery Warranty
Not Available
8 Years or 160000 km
No Of Cylinders
3
Not Available
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
1-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
No
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
958 Kg
2585 Kg
Turbo Charger
No
Not Available
Charging Time
Not Available
31 Min-200kW(0-80%)
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Charging Port
Not Available
CCS-II

Drag Coefficient
Not Available
0.20
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
Not Available
4.3 Sec
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
Not Available
210 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
Not Available

Suspension Front
Not Available
3
Suspension Rear
6
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Not Available
Brakes Rear
Drum
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric
Not Available
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
Not Available
Wheel Size
15
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Not Available

Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Electric Art interior( 1 Seats with lumbar support, 2 head restraints in the front and lighting (ARTICO man-made leather in black / space grey). 3 Black trim in a finely-structured look. 4 Door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” lettering. 5 Velor floor mats.6 Ambience lighting)
Upholstery
Fabric
Not Available
Lighting
Not Available
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Leather Seats
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Headrest
3
Yes
Digital Cluster
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
4
Boot Space
315 Liters
610 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
Not Available
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Smart
Wheel Covers
No
Not Available
ORVM
Powered
Not Available
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
LED Headlamps
No
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
5216*2125*1512 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2585 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
4

Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather with galvanized, Steering wheel shift paddles in silver chrome
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
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
No
Not Available
Android Auto
No
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
No
Not Available
Bluetooth
No
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Electric Art interior( 1 Seats with lumbar support, 2 head restraints in the front and lighting (ARTICO man-made leather in black / space grey). 3 Black trim in a finely-structured look. 4 Door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” lettering. 5 Velor floor mats.6 Ambience lighting)
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
No
Not Available
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Not Available
Heater
Yes
Not Available
Power Steering
Yes
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Not Available
Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
No
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
No
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
No
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
No
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Not Available
Yes
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Not Available
No of Airbags
2
9
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
No
Not Available
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
No
Not Available
Keyless Entry
No
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Side Airbag
No
Yes

grossWeight
1358 kg
Not Available

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
Mercedes-Benz EQS
  • Nearly 600km of driving range on a single charge, spacious cabin, luxurious interior quality and practical boot
Citroen C3 X
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors
Mercedes-Benz EQS
  • Aerodynamic design may be polarizing for those who prefer the traditional three-box sedan styling, chauffeur driven owners may still prefer the regular S-Class
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The Citroen C3 X is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz EQS by ₹1.25 Crore.

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