Citroen eC3 vs Volkswagen Virtus

Citroen eC3 Price starts at Rs. 12.76 Lakh which is Rs. 1.20 Lakh costlier than base model of Volkswagen Virtus priced at Rs. 11.55 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Volkswagen Virtus (Petrol Model) is 19.62 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Volkswagen Virtus (Top Model) is powered by 999 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen eC3 Shine DT vs Volkswagen Virtus GT Plus Sport DSG can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

eC3 vs Virtus

Key Highlights eC3 Shine DTVirtus GT Plus Sport DSG
Engine Type ... 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Motor Power 41.92KW ...
Max Power 56.21bhp 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Range 320 km/charge ...
Top Speed 107 Km/h 190 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI) ... 19.62 Kmpl
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Basic Info Citroen eC3 Shine DTVolkswagen Virtus GT Plus Sport DSG
Rating
51 reviews
87 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 1498 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 56.21bhp 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 7-Speed DSG
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Volkswagen Virtus Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 19.62 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 205/55 R16
Boot Space 315 Liters 521 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) ... 145 mm
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. 37,526 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 58,791 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 52,435 eC3 Insurance Rs. 84,148 Virtus Insurance
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Engine Type
...
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Motor Power
41.92KW
...
Engine Displacement
...
1498 cc
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
...
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
...
Max Power
56.21bhp
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Range
320 km/charge
...
Max Torque
143Nm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
...
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
7-Speed DSG
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
1329 Kg
1269 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
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
...
45 Liters
Top Speed
107 Km/h
190 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
19.62 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
5.05 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
205/55 R16
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
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
Premium dual tone interiors, High quality scratch-resistant dashboard, Rave Glossy/Dark Red Glossy and Glossy Black décor inserts, Chrome accent on air vents slider, Leather + Leatherette seat upholstery, Driver side foot rest, Driver side sunvisor with ticket holder, Passenger side sunvisor with vanity mirror, Foldable roof grab handles, front, Foldable roof grab handles with hooks, rear, Rear seat backrest split 60:40 foldable, Front center armrest in leatherette, sliding, with storage box, Rear center armrest with cup holders, Ambient light pack: LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps, Luggage compartment illumination, 20.32 cm Digital cockpit (instrument cluster), 12V Plug front, Front 2x USB-C sockets (data+charging), Rear 2x USB-C socket module (charging only),Auto coming/leaving home lights, Seat upholstery GT - Leather/leatherette combination, Red ambient lig
Digital Cluster
Full
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
315 Liters
521 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)
GT elements, GT branding at front grill, GT branding at rear, Front fender with GT branding, Red painted brake callipers in front, Black Alloys, Carbon Steel Grey coloured door mirrors housing, Glossy black rear spoiler, Dual tone exterior with roof painted in Carbon Steel Grey, Signature chrome wing - front, Chrome strip on grille - upper, Chrome strip on grille - lower, Lower grill in black glossy, Bonnet with chiseled lines, Sharp dual shoulder lines, Body coloured door handles, Chrome applique on door handles,, Chrome garnish on window bottom line, Signature LED Tail lamps, Signature chrome wing, rear, Auto headlights, Reflector sticker inside doors
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Ground Clearance (Laden)
...
145 mm
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
4561*1752*1507 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
179 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
Adjustable dual rear ac vent,Footwell Illumination, Front seats back pocket (both sides), Smart storage in center console, Height adjustable head restraint, Ventilated front seats with leather inserts
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
...
With Storage
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
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
Valet mode, Apps- SygicTM navigation, GaanaTM, Booking.comTM, AudiobooksTM, BBC NewsTM, MyVolkswagen Connect - Live tracking, Geo fence, Time fence, Driving behaviour, SOS emergency call, Safety alerts, Trip analysis, Documents due date reminder, Sporty aluminum pedals
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
2
...
No of Speakers
4
8
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
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
Lumbar Support
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Adjustable Headrest
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
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
Sunroof
...
Single Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
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)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
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)
Active Cylinder Technology, Engine idle Start/stop, Multi-collison brakes (MCB), Brake disc wiping, Anti-slip regulation (ASR), Electronic differential lock system, Curtain airbags, Tyre pressure deflation warning, All seats with 3-point seat belts, Seat belt reminder (Driver & Co-driver), 5 headrest (for all passengers), Engine immobiliser with floating code system, Reversing camera with static guidelines, Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, Light sensor, Height adjustable co-driver seat
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
5 Star
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
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Clean styling that will not feel outdated quickly
  • spacious interior for 4 adults
  • features like a sunroof and easy to use touchscreen
  • both engine options offer good performance
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
Volkswagen Virtus
  • Interior quality should have been better
  • mileage in bad traffic is low
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Which car is best between Citroen eC3 vs Volkswagen Virtus?
Volkswagen Virtus has out rated Citroen eC3 on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Citroen eC3 vs Volkswagen Virtus?
The Citroen eC3 is cheaper than Volkswagen Virtus by Rs. 5.98 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen eC3 vs Volkswagen Virtus?
As per the users experiences the Citroen eC3 has better performance.

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