Citroen e-C3 X vs Mahindra Bolero

Last Updated: October 30, 2026

Mahindra Bolero price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.10 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Citroen e-C3 X, priced at Rs. 12.09 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Bolero returns a claimed 16 kmpl, while the eC3 offers a claimed 330 km/charge. On the performance front, the eC3 uses a 29.2kWh battery producing 56.22bhp and the Bolero a 1493cc engine producing 74.96bhp@3600rpm. If you're deciding between the eC3 and Bolero, the Bolero is the better pick for affordability.

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eC3 vs Bolero Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen e-C3 XMahindra Bolero
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.09 LakhRs. 9.99 Lakh
Mileage / Range 330 km/charge16 kmpl
Engine / Battery 29.2 kWh1493 cc
Max power / Motor 56.22bhp74.96bhp@3600rpm
Top speed 107 Km/hNot Available

eC3 vs Bolero Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen eC3 ShineMahindra Bolero B8
Rating
51 reviews
165 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.36 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement Not Available 1493 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 56.22bhp 74.96bhp@3600rpm
No Of Cylinders Not Available 3
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 1-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Mahindra Bolero Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 16 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 215/75 R15
Boot Space 315 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Not Available No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI Not Available
Rs. 19,325 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,265 eC3 Insurance Bolero Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
Not Available
1493 cc
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
mHAWK75
Motor Power
41.92 kW
Not Available
Engine Displacement
Not Available
1493 cc
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
Not Available
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Not Available
Max Power
56.22bhp
74.96bhp@3600rpm
Range
330 km/charge
Not Available
Max Torque
143Nm
210Nm@1600-2200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
Not Available
3
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
1-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
No
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Valve Configuration
Not Available
SOHC
Kerb Weight
1329 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes
Drive Mode Types
STANDARD | ECO
Not Available
Charging Port
CCS-II
Not Available
Charging Time (D.C)
57 Min- (10%-80%)
Not Available
Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)
10hrs 30mins (10%-100%)
Not Available

Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
60 Liters
Top Speed
107 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
16 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
Not Available
14 kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
15
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
15
clutchType
Not Available
Single Plate Dry
Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut suspension
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Rear twist beam
Leaf spring suspension
Brakes Front
Disc
disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
drum
Steering Type
Electric
Hydraulic
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
5.8 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
215/75 R15
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
No
Digital Cluster Size
7
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Leatherette
Leatherette
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
7
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Manual
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
No
Not Available
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
No
Antenna
Roof
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
3995*1745*1880 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2680 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
No
No
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Drive Modes
2
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
4
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
No
Android Auto
Yes
No
Apple CarPlay
Yes
No
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
No
Auxillary Input
Not Available
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.23 inch
7 inch
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Rear ACVents
Not Available
No
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front Door

Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
No
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
2
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Rear Doors Manual Child Lock
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
No
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
No
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
No
Side Airbag
Yes
No

Over Speeding Alert
Yes
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Not Available

grossWeight
1716 kg
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen e-C3 X
  • Easy to drive car for first-time electric car buyers, Super spacious cabin even for exceptionally tall passengers
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 Mahindra Bolero?

100% users have chosen Citroen eC3 over Mahindra Bolero in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 668 users have also rated Citroen eC3 and Mahindra Bolero on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
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 Bolero
Mileage 1.6 3.9
Performance 1.8 4.2
Comfort 4.3 3.8
Maintenance 1.6 4.0
Safety 4.3 3.8
Features 4.1 3.7
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Citroen e-C3 X Vs Mahindra Bolero FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen e-C3 X vs Mahindra Bolero?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen e-C3 X vs Mahindra Bolero?
The Mahindra Bolero is cheaper than Citroen e-C3 X by ₹2.10 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen e-C3 X vs Mahindra Bolero?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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