Citroen e-C3 X vs Mahindra Thar OG

Last Updated: September 25, 2026

Mahindra Thar OG price starts at Rs. 10.32 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.77 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Citroen e-C3 X, priced at Rs. 12.09 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Thar returns a claimed 9 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 Thar a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm. If you're deciding between the eC3 and Thar, the Thar is the better pick for affordability.

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eC3 vs Thar Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen e-C3 XMahindra Thar OG
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.09 LakhRs. 10.32 Lakh
Mileage / Range 330 km/charge9 kmpl
Engine / Battery 29.2 kWh1497 cc
Max power / Motor 56.22bhp116.93bhp@3500rpm
Top speed 107 Km/hNot Available

eC3 vs Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen eC3 LiveMahindra Thar OG 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD
Rating
51 reviews
36 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.09 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement Not Available 1497 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 56.22bhp 116.93bhp@3500rpm
No Of Cylinders Not Available 4
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 1-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 9 kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 255/65 R18
Boot Space 315 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control Not Available No
Airbags Driver and Passenger 6
EMI
Rs. 23,388 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 47,928 eC3 Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance
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Displacement
Not Available
1497 cc
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
D117 CRDe
Motor Power
41.92 kW
Not Available
Engine Displacement
Not Available
1497 cc
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
Not Available
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Not Available
Max Power
56.22bhp
116.93bhp@3500rpm
Range
330 km/charge
Not Available
Max Torque
143Nm
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
1-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
No
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Kerb Weight
1302 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
55 Liters
Top Speed
107 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
9 kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinion
Suspension Front
Not Available
2
Suspension Rear
6
3
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
255/65 R18
Wheel Size
15
18
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless Highway Terrain

Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
4.2 inch
Upholstery
Fabric
Vinyl
Digital Cluster
Yes
Sami (Monochrome)
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
4
Boot Space
315 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Additional Exterior Features
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)
Not Available
Wheel Covers
Yes
Not Available
ORVM
Manual
Manual
Boot Opening
Not Available
Manual
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
No
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
LED Headlamps
No
No
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
3995*1870*1855 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
232 mm

Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Brake Locking Differential
USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Drive Modes
2
Not Available
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
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)
Brake Locking Differential
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
No
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Safety Airbags
Not Available
Driver & Passenger,Front Side,Rear Side
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
4
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Rear Doors Manual Child Lock
Roll Cage
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
No
Not Available
Side Airbag
No
Not Available

Over Speeding Alert
Yes
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
No
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
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
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Citroen eC3 Vs Mahindra Thar FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen eC3 vs Mahindra Thar?
As per the users experiences Citroen e-C3 X is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Mahindra Thar OG is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Which car is cheaper Citroen eC3 vs Mahindra Thar?
The Mahindra Thar OG is cheaper than Citroen e-C3 X by ₹1.77 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen eC3 vs Mahindra Thar?
As per the users experiences the Citroen e-C3 X has better performance.

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