Citroen recently started accepting bookings for its first EV in India, the eC3, for a token amount of Rs 25,000. Essentially an electric version of the C3 hatchback, the eC3 is equipped with a 29.2kWh battery pack that has an ARAI certified range of 320km.
It gets a front axle-mounted electric motor that makes 57hp and 143Nm. This output enables the high-riding electric hatchback to go from 0-60kph in a claimed 6.8 seconds with a top speed of 107kph.
Like its petrol counterpart, the eC3 comes in two variants – Live and Feel. In terms of equipment too, the eC3 closely matches the ICE-powered C3. Here is a detailed breakdown of features between the two variants.
Citroen eC3 Live
- Body coloured bumpers
- Connected car tech
- Air conditioner
- Front power windows
- Dual airbags
- ABD with EBD
Citroen eC3 Feel
In addition to Live
- Body coloured door handles
- Wheel arch cladding
- LED DRLs
- 10.2-inch touchscreen
- Four-speaker audio system
- Steering mounted audio controls
- Height adjustable driver’s seat
- Tilt-adjust steering
- Door-ajar warning
- Speed sensitive auto door lock
Citroen eC3 estimated price and rivals
The Citroen eC3 is expected to be priced between Rs 10 lakh-12 lakh, and will be one of the few offerings in the nascent budget-EV segment. It’s closest rival will be the Tata Tiago EV, which is priced between Rs 8.49 lakh-11.79 lakh.
Also see:
Citroen eC3 review, track drive: Chic Electric
2023 Citroen eC3 electric video review
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