Latest Update: Citroen India has finally announced the prices of the eC3 electric hatch.
French carmaker Citroen has recently taken the wraps off the electric iteration of its C3 cross-hatch called the Citroen eC3. Bookings for the EV will commence from January 22, while its prices will be revealed in the next month. As for now, the Citroen eC3 doesn’t have any direct rival in the Indian market; however, the Tata Tiago EV can be seen as its closes alternative. So here we’ve decided to put both these electric hatchbacks against each other to see which one offers better value.
| Citroen eC3 | Tata Tiago EV | |
| Battery pack | 29.2kWh | 19.2kWh/24kWh |
| Claimed range | 320km (ARAI-certified) | 250km/315km (MIDC-certified) |
| Max Power | 57PS | 61PS/75PS |
| Peak Torque | 143Nm | 110Nm/114Nm |
| Acceleration Time | 6.8 seconds (0-60kmph) | 6.2 sec / 5.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 107 kmph | 120 kmph |
| DC fast-charging time (10-80 per cent) | 57 min | 57 min |
The sole battery pack of Citroen eC3 has the maximum capacity when compared with the Tiago EV. It also offers more range and better torque output. However, the Tiago has most powerful motor.
Also Read: Tata Tiago EV: Which Variant You Should Buy?
Dimensions
| Citroen eC3 | Tata Tiago EV | |
| Length | 3,981mm | 3,769mm |
| Width | 1,733mm | 1,677mm |
| Height | 1,586mm (1,604mm with roof rails) | 1,536mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,540mm | 2,400mm |
| Wheel Size | 15-inch | 14-inch |
| Boot Space | TBU | 240L |
The Citroen eC3 is the longest, widest and tallest electric car here. Furthermore, its SUV-like styling gives it a more commanding road presence.
Features
| Citroen eC3 | Tata Tiago EV | |
| Headlamps | Halogen | Halogen projector |
| Automatic headlamps | ❌ | ✅ |
| DRLs | ✅ | ✅ |
| Roof rails | ✅ | ❌ |
| Wheel arch cladding | ✅ | ❌ |
| Leatherette Seats | Fabric | ✅ |
| Cooled glovebox | ❌ | ✅ |
| Auto AC | ❌ | ✅ |
| Day/Night IRVM | Manual | Auto-Dimming |
| Height adjustable driver’s seat | ✅ | ✅ |
| Power adjustable OVRMs | ❌ | ✅ |
| Cruise control | ❌ | ✅ |
| Touchscreen infotainment | 10.2-inch | 7-inch |
| Android Auto & Apple Carplay | ✅ | ✅ |
| Steering mounted audio controls | ✅ | ✅ |
| Digital instrument cluster | ✅ | ✅ |
| Rear Camera | ❌ | ✅ |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | ❌ | ✅ |
| No of Airbags | 2 | 2 |
As mentioned above, the Tata Tiago EV is better loaded than the French offering. It offers automatic projector headlamps, powered side mirrors, auto climate control, leather seats, cruise control, auto-dimming IRVM, reversing camera, and tyre pressure monitoring system over the eC3.
Also Read: 2023 Citroen eC3 Electric Hatch Variants Explained
Price
Citroen eC3 | Tata Tiago EV |
| Yet-to-be-revealed | Rs 8.49 lakh to Rs 11.79 lakh |
The prices of eC3 will be announced in February 2023. We expect its price to start from around Rs 8.5 – 9 lakh (ex-showroom).