Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Jimny

Citroen eC3 Price starts at Rs. 12.76 Lakh which is Rs. 2,300 costlier than base model of Maruti Jimny priced at Rs. 12.74 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Maruti Jimny (Petrol Model) is 16.39 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Maruti Jimny (Top Model) is powered by 1462 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen eC3 Shine DT vs Maruti Jimny Alpha Dual Tone AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

eC3 vs Jimny

Key Highlights eC3 Shine DTJimny Alpha Dual Tone AT
Engine Type ... K15B
Motor Power 41.92KW ...
Max Power 56.21bhp 103bhp@6000rpm
Range 320 km/charge ...
Top Speed 107 Km/h 155 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI) ... 16.39 Kmpl
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eC3 vs Jimny Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen eC3 Shine DTMaruti Suzuki Jimny Alpha Dual Tone AT
Rating
51 reviews
73 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Maruti Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 15.05 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 1462 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 56.21bhp 103bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 4-Speed
Drive Type FWD 4WD
Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Maruti Suzuki Jimny Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 16.39 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 195/80 R15
Boot Space 315 Liters 211 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 25,947 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 29,113 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,435 eC3 Insurance Rs. 68,143 Jimny Insurance
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Engine Type
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K15B
Motor Power
41.92KW
...
Engine Displacement
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1462 cc
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
...
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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Max Power
56.21bhp
103bhp@6000rpm
Range
320 km/charge
...
Max Torque
143Nm
134.2Nm@4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
...
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
4-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Fuel Supply System
...
Multipoint Injection
Kerb Weight
1329 Kg
1205 Kg
Charging Port
CCS-II
...
Charging Time (D.C)
57min
...

20-80 kmph (kickdown)
8.74 s
...
Braking (100-0 kmph)
46.70 Meters
...
Braking (80-0 kmph)
28.02 Meters
...
Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Petrol
0-60 kmph
6.8 Sec
...
Fuel Capacity
...
40 Liters
Top Speed
107 Km/h
155 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
16.39 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
5.7 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/80 R15
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Radial Tubeless

Additional Interior Features
Interior Environment - Single Tone Black,Seat Upholstry - Fabric (Bloster/Insert)(RUBIC/HEXALIGHT),Front & Rear Integrated Headrest,AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Grey / Anodized Orange),Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Steering wheel, High Gloss Black - AC Vents surround (Side), eToggle surround,Driver Seat - Manual Height Adjustable
...
Rear Seat Headrest
...
4
Digital Cluster
Full
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
211 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Chrome),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,Sash Tape - C Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirrors(High Gloss Black),Wheel Arch Cladding,Signature LED Day Time Running Lights,Dual Tone Roof,Front Skid Plate,Rear Skid Plate,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), Optional (Polar White/ Zesty Orange/ Platinum Grey/Cosmo Blue)
Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Hard Top,Gunmetal Grey Grille with Chrome Plating,Drip Rails,Trapezoidal Wheel Arch Extensions,Clamshell Bonnet,Lumber Black Scratch-resistant Bumpers,Tailgate Mounted Spare Wheel,Dark Green Glass (Window)
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
3985*1645*1720 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2590 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
210 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3kgs),Parcel Shelf, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror,Rear Defroster,Tripmeter,Battery State Of Charge (%),Drivable Range (km),Eco/Power Drive Mode Indicator,Battery Regeneration Indicator,Front Roof Lamp
Near Flat Reclinable Front Seats,Scratch-resistant & Stain Removable IP Finish,Ride-in Assist Grip Passenger Side,Ride-in Assist Grip Passenger Side,Ride-in Assist Grip Rear x 2,Digital Clock,Center Console Tray,Floor Console Tray,Front & Rear Tow Hooks
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Additional Entertainment Features
Citroën Connect Touchscreen,Mirror Screen,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity,MyCitroën Connect, C - BUDDY' Personal Assistant Application,Smartphone Storage - Rear Console, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel,USB Port - Front 1 + Rear 2 Fast Charger
...
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
2
...
No of Speakers
4
4
AC
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
...
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
...
Adjustable Headrest
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Rear Doors Manual Child Lock,Seat Belt Reminder (Driver & Co-Driver Side, Thermal Management System(Natural Air Cooled)
Brake Limited Slip Differential,Side Impact Door Beams,3-point Emergency Locking Retractor Seatbelts
Child Safety Lock
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
...
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Over Speeding Alert
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen eC3
  • Easy to drive car for first-time electric car buyers
  • Super spacious cabin even for exceptionally tall passengers
Maruti Jimny
  • Affordable and seriously capable off-roader
  • compact dimensions make it easy to live with in space-starved cities/towns
  • great ride quality
  • stand-out styling
Citroen eC3
  • 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
Maruti Jimny
  • Not as comfortable
  • easy-to-handle
  • feature-loaded
  • or premium as other road-biased SUVs offered at a similar price
  • narrow cabin width
  • interior lacks practical storage space
  • engine isn’t as punchy as rivals like the Mahindra Thar

Is Maruti Jimny Better Than Citroen EC3?

100% users have chosen Maruti Jimny over Citroen eC3 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 172 users have also rated Maruti Jimny and Citroen eC3 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 Maruti Jimny is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and features in your car. But Citroen eC3 is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of safety 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 Jimny
Mileage 2.1 1.6
Performance 2.2 1.8
Comfort 4.2 4.3
Maintenance 2.2 1.6
Safety 4.3 4.3
Features 4.3 4.1
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Which car is best between Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
As per the users experiences Citroen eC3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your car. But Maruti Jimny is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
The Citroen eC3 is cheaper than Maruti Jimny by Rs. 1.63 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
As per the users experiences the Citroen eC3 has better performance.

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