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Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

In 2024 when choosing among the Citroen eC3 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno, 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 Feel Vibe Pack Dual Tone and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Price starts at Rs. 6.61 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Sigma MT. eC3 gets a battery pack of up to 29.2 kWh. Baleno: 1197 cc engine, 22.35 to 30.61 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
eC3 vs Baleno Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Ec3 Baleno
BrandCitroenMaruti Suzuki
Price₹ 11.5 Lakhs₹ 6.61 Lakhs
Range320 km/charge-
Mileage-22.35 to 30.61 kmpl
Battery Capacity29.2 kWh-
Engine Capacity-1197 cc
TransmissionAutomaticManual, Automatic
Charging Time10Hrs 30mins-

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eC3
Citroen eC3
Feel Vibe Pack Dual Tone
₹12.43 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Sigma MT
₹6.61 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Others
Pure Electric Driving Mode-
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh-
Electric Motor
1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Front Axle-
Driving Range
320 Km827 Km
Transmission
Automatic - Not Applicable GearsManual - 5 Gears
Battery
29.2 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan-
Emission Standard
BS 6BS6 Phase 2
Max Motor Performance
56 bhp 143 Nm-
Charging Time
10Hrs 30mins-
Engine
Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not Applicable1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
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
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil SpringTorsion Beam
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Strut
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Length
3981 mm3990 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2520 mm
Height
1586 mm1500 mm
Kerb Weight
1316 kg925 kg
Width
1733 mm1745 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows-
Bootspace
315 litres318 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Cruise Control
NoNo
Heater
YesYes
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Co-Driver OnlyDriver & Co-Driver
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Anti-glare Mirrors
NoManual - Internal Only
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
No-
12V Power Outlets
YesYes
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
Door Ajar Warning
YesNo
Clock
DigitalDigital
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesNo
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesNo
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
YesNo
Average Fuel Consumption
YesNo
Distance to Empty
YesNo
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹13,11,146₹7,53,236
Ex-Showroom Price
₹12,43,000₹6,61,000
RTO
₹16,000₹51,100
Insurance
₹51,646₹40,636
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹28,181₹16,189
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons
Pros
Stylish looksUpdated feature listCompetitive pricing
Cons
CVT discontinued, AMT is mundaneLackluster steering

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