Citroen eC3
Citroen’s small electric hatchback, now sold as the eC3 X. It has a 29.2 kWh battery and a claimed range of about 320 km, with a tall body, 170 mm of ground clearance and a 315-litre boot. It suits a city-based buyer who charges at home and wants a roomy small EV, and who can live with modest power and slow fast-charging.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- Electric
- Range
- 320 km claimed
- 29.2 kWh battery, about 320 km claimed range
- 57 PS and 143 Nm from a single front motor
- 315 litres of boot
- 10–80% DC fast charge in about 57 minutes
- Three variants, ₹12.09–13.36 lakh ex-showroom
- Battery rental option lowers the upfront price
- Live (O)₹12.45 lakh
It adds the touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and a reversing camera for ₹36,000 over Live. Shine asks another ₹91,000 mostly for lights, alloys and convenience, with the same battery and range.
- Tata Altroz₹6.00 – 10.90 lakh
- Toyota Glanza₹6.73 – 9.99 lakh
- Hyundai i20₹5.99 – 10.68 lakh
Citroen eC3 specifications
- Range320 km claimed
- TransmissionSingle-speed automatic
- Body typeHatchback
- Fuel typeElectric
- EngineElectric
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | Electric |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Single-speed automatic |
| Power | 57 PS |
| Torque | 143 Nm |
| Battery | 29.2 kWh |
| Range | 320 km claimed |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3981 mm |
| Width | 1733 mm |
| Height | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
| Boot space | 315 litres |
Citroen eC3 variants: price and features
- Base varianteC3
Live
₹12.09 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 29.2 kWh battery
- Manual AC
- Remote keyless entry
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- 29.2 kWh battery
- Manual AC
- Remote keyless entry
- Rear parking sensors
- ABS with EBD
- eC3
Live (O)
₹12.45 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.36 lakh more than Live for- Touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear parking camera
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- Touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear parking camera
- Leatherette seats
- Four speakers
- Top varianteC3
Shine
₹13.36 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.91 lakh more than Live (O) for- LED projector headlamps
- 15-inch alloy wheels
- 7-inch digital driver display
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- LED projector headlamps
- 15-inch alloy wheels
- 7-inch digital driver display
- Steering-mounted controls
- Wireless phone charger
- Front side airbags
Our verdict on the eC3
The eC3 X is a sensible small EV for short daily runs, with a usefully tall cabin and a decent boot. Every variant gets the same battery, motor and claimed range, so the trims only change equipment. The weak points are a modest 57 PS motor, fast charging that takes close to an hour to reach 80%, and prices that have crept above ₹12 lakh. At that money we would line it up against the Tata Punch.ev and Tiago.ev before signing, and look hard at the discounts dealers are offering. If the deal is good and your daily use is mostly in town, the Live (O) is the one to buy.
Good things
- Same battery and range on every variant, so the entry car loses nothing on running cost
- Tall body and 315-litre boot make it roomier than most small EVs
- Battery-as-a-Service option cuts the upfront price sharply
Could be better
- 57 PS is modest, and highway overtakes need planning
- DC fast charging to 80% takes about 57 minutes, which slows long trips
- Prices above ₹12 lakh put it close to EVs with more range
- Sources disagree on airbag count by variant; check the car you are buying
Citroen eC3 colours and photos
- Polar White
- Perla Nera Black
- Cosmo Blue
Citroen eC3: same battery in every variant, so buy on equipment
The eC3 X is the 2026 update of Citroen’s electric C3 hatchback. The 29.2 kWh battery and the 57 PS front motor carry over, but Citroen now quotes a higher claimed range of about 320 km, and the car gets LED projector headlamps, new alloys and a refreshed cabin on the top trim. The old Feel variant has gone and Live (O) takes its place.
The range is short and simple: Live, Live (O) and Shine, all with the same battery and motor. That means the cheapest car has the same range and charging as the most expensive one, and the trims are separated only by features. As of October 2026 the ex-showroom spread is ₹12.09 lakh to ₹13.36 lakh, before any dealer discount.
Practicality is the strength. It sits tall, the cabin is airy for a car under four metres, and the 315-litre boot is larger than many petrol hatchbacks. The compromise is performance and charging speed: 143 Nm is enough in traffic, but fast charging to 80% takes nearly an hour, so long trips need patience.
Which variant should you buy?
Live (O). For ₹36,000 over the base Live it brings the touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and a reversing camera, which you will use every day. Shine adds LED projector lamps, alloys, a digital driver display and a wireless charger for another ₹91,000. Nice to have, but the battery and range do not change.
Is the range enough?
The claimed figure is about 320 km. Real-world range will be lower, especially on the highway and with the AC working hard. For a daily commute of 40–60 km with home charging it is comfortable. If you regularly drive between cities, the near one-hour fast-charge time will be the bigger frustration.
Buy outright or with battery rental?
Citroen offers a Battery-as-a-Service plan that brings the upfront price down to about ₹6.89 lakh, with a per-kilometre battery charge on top. It suits low annual mileage. If you drive a lot, the rental adds up, and buying outright usually works out cheaper over a few years. Do the sum on your own kilometres first.
How does it compare with the Tata Punch.ev?
At this price the Punch.ev is the obvious alternative, and Tata offers bigger battery options with more claimed range. The eC3 X answers with a roomier boot and simpler pricing. Compare the exact variants you can afford, and include the current discounts on both.
eC3 vs rivals
| Spec | Citroen eC3₹12.09 – 13.36 lakh | Tata Altroz₹6.00 – 10.90 lakh | Toyota Glanza₹6.73 – 9.99 lakh | Hyundai i20₹5.99 – 10.68 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Baleno₹5.99 – 9.99 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol, CNG, Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, CNG |
| Engines | Electric | 1.2 petrol, 1.5 diesel, 1.2 CNG | 1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG | 1.2 petrol | 1.2 three-cylinder petrol, 1.2 CNG |
| Power | 57 PS | 90 PS | 90 PS | 88 PS | 82.9 PS |
| Gearbox | Single-speed automatic | Manual, DCA | Manual, AMT | Manual, IVT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage | 320 km claimed | 18.5–23.64 km/l | 22.35–22.94 km/l, 30.61 km/kg (CNG) | 16–20 km/l | 23.80–24.77 km/l, 33.61 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 315 litres | 345 litres | 318 litres | 311 litres | 318 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | eC3 vs Altroz | eC3 vs Glanza | eC3 vs i20 | eC3 vs Baleno |
Citroen eC3 range
- ElectricAutomatic
- Claimed range
- 320 km
- Variants
- 3
Citroen eC3 on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹12.78 – 14.11 lakh
- Mumbai₹12.78 – 14.11 lakh
- Bengaluru₹12.78 – 14.11 lakh
- Chennai₹12.78 – 14.11 lakh
- Kolkata₹12.78 – 14.11 lakh
- Bhopal₹12.78 – 14.11 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
eC3 EMI
₹20,313 a month
On ₹12.09 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹2.42 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹2.52 lakh.
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Citroen eC3 FAQ
What is the price of the Citroen eC3 in India?
The Citroen eC3 costs ₹12.09 to 13.36 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Citroen eC3 come with?
The Citroen eC3 is sold with electric power (Electric).
What is the range of the Citroen eC3?
The claimed range of the Citroen eC3 is 320 km claimed from a 29.2 kWh battery.
How many people can the Citroen eC3 seat?
The Citroen eC3 is a 5-seater hatchback.
What is the length of the Citroen eC3?
The Citroen eC3 is 3981 mm long, 1733 mm wide and 1604 mm tall, with a 2540 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Citroen eC3 have?
The Citroen eC3 has 315 litres of boot space.
Does the Citroen eC3 come with an automatic gearbox?
The Citroen eC3 is offered with single-speed automatic gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Citroen eC3?
The Citroen eC3 has 170 mm of ground clearance.
Which Citroen eC3 variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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