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Citroen eC3 vs Hyundai i20

In 2024 when choosing among the Citroen eC3 and Hyundai i20, assess the models based on Price, Size, Range, Battery Capacity, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Citroen eC3 Price starts at Rs. 11.5 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Live and Hyundai i20 Price starts at Rs. 7.04 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Era 1.2 MT. eC3 gets a battery pack of up to 29.2 kWh. i20: 1197 cc engine, 16 to 17.75 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
eC3 vs i20 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Ec3 I20
BrandCitroenHyundai
Price₹ 11.5 Lakhs₹ 7.04 Lakhs
Range320 km/charge-
Mileage-16 to 17.75 kmpl
Battery Capacity29.2 kWh-
Engine Capacity-1197 cc
TransmissionAutomaticManual, automatic
Charging Time10Hrs 30mins-

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eC3
Citroen eC3
Live
₹11.50 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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i20
Hyundai i20
Era 1.2 MT
₹7.04 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not Applicable1.2 l Kappa
Others
Pure Electric Driving Mode-
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh-
Electric Motor
1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Front Axle-
Driving Range
320 Km-
Transmission
Automatic - Not Applicable GearsManual - 5 Gears
Battery
29.2 kWh, Lithium Iron,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan-
Emission Standard
BS 6BS6 Phase 2
Max Motor Performance
56 bhp 143 Nm-
Charging Time
10Hrs 30mins-
Fuel Type
ElectricPetrol
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil SpringCoupled Torsion Beam Axle
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Length
3981 mm3995 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2580 mm
Kerb Weight
1302 kg-
Height
1586 mm1505 mm
Width
1733 mm1775 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Bootspace
315 litres311 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Features
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt & Telescopic
Cruise Control
NoNo
Heater
YesYes
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoCo-Driver Only
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
NoManual - Internal Only
12V Power Outlets
YesYes
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
NoYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesYes
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Shift Indicator
YesYes
Clock
DigitalDigital
Door Ajar Warning
NoYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
DigitalDigital
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Gear Indicator
YesNo
Instrument Cluster
DigitalDigital
Average Speed
YesYes
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹12,14,886₹8,03,155
Ex-Showroom Price
₹11,50,000₹7,04,400
RTO
₹16,000₹58,308
Insurance
₹48,386₹39,947
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹26,112₹17,262
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons
Pros
Stylish exterior designTypically loaded with featuresMultiple engine options
Cons
Expensive towards the top end variantsContinues to have low ground clearenceCould have had a larger boot space

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