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Citroen eC3 vs Kia Seltos

In 2024 when choosing among the Citroen eC3 and Kia Seltos, 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 Kia Seltos Price starts at Rs. 10.9 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE 1.5. eC3 gets a battery pack of up to 29.2 kWh. Seltos: 1482 cc engine, 17.0 to 20.7 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
eC3 vs Seltos Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Ec3 Seltos
BrandCitroenKia
Price₹ 11.5 Lakhs₹ 10.9 Lakhs
Range320 km/charge-
Mileage-17.0 to 20.7 kmpl
Battery Capacity29.2 kWh-
Engine Capacity-1482 cc
TransmissionAutomaticManual, Automatic
Charging Time10Hrs 30mins-

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eC3
Citroen eC3
Live
₹11.50 Lakhs*
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Seltos
Kia Seltos
HTE 1.5
₹10.90 Lakhs*
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Specification
Engine Type
Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not ApplicableG1.5 MPi
Others
Pure Electric Driving ModeIdle Start/Stop
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh-
Electric Motor
1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Front AxleNo
Driving Range
320 Km-
Transmission
Automatic - Not Applicable GearsManual - 6 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
DrumDisc
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15205 / 65 R16
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil SpringCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15205 / 65 R16
Length
3981 mm4365 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2610 mm
Kerb Weight
1302 kg-
Height
1586 mm1620 mm
Width
1733 mm1800 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Bootspace
315 litres433 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Features
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
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
Yes1
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
YesDynamic
Clock
DigitalDigital
Door Ajar Warning
NoYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
YesYes
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹12,14,886₹12,51,215
Ex-Showroom Price
₹11,50,000₹10,89,900
RTO
₹16,000₹1,12,990
Insurance
₹48,386₹47,825
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹26,112₹26,893
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