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Citroen eC3 vs Tata Safari

In 2025 when choosing among the Citroen eC3 and Tata Safari, assess the models based on Price, Size, Range, Battery Capacity, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Citroen eC3 Price starts at Rs. 12.76 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Feel and Tata Safari Price starts at Rs. 15.49 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Smart. eC3 gets a battery pack of up to 29.2 kWh. Safari: 1956 cc engine, 14.5 to 16.3 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
eC3 vs Safari Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Ec3 Safari
BrandCitroenTata
Price₹ 12.76 Lakhs₹ 15.49 Lakhs
Range320 km/charge-
Mileage-14.5 to 16.3 kmpl
Battery Capacity29.2 kWh-
Engine Capacity-1956 cc
TransmissionAutomatic Manual, Automatic
Charging Time10 Hours 30 Minutes(15 A Plug Point)-

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eC3
Citroen eC3
Feel
₹12.76 Lakhs*
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Safari
Tata Safari
Smart
₹15.49 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
143 Nm350 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Automatic - 1 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
56 bhp168 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Charging Time
10 Hours 30 Minutes(15 A Plug Point)-
Fuel Type
ElectricDiesel
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh-
Electric Motor
1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Front AxleNo
Driving Range
320 km815 Km
Motor Power
41.92 kW-
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Max Motor Performance
56 bhp, 143 Nm-
Max Speed
107 kmph-
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 metres-
Rear Brake Type
DrumDisc
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15235 / 65 R17
Wheels
Steel RimsAlloy Wheels
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil SpringSemi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringIndependent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15235 / 65 R17
Length
3981 mm4668 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2741 mm
Height
1586 mm1795 mm
Width
1733 mm1922 mm
Bootspace
315 litres420 litres
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows3 Rows
Seating Capacity
5 Person7 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt & Telescopic
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Co-Driver Only-
Parking Assist
NoNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
Cruise Control
NoNo
Heater
Yes-
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
No-
12V Power Outlets
Yes-
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Shift Indicator
Not Applicable-
Clock
Digital-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes-
Tachometer
No-
Instantaneous Consumption
Yes-
Gear Indicator
No-
Instrument Cluster
Digital-
Average Speed
Yes-
Heads Up Display (HUD)
No-
Average Fuel Consumption
Yes-
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹13,39,934₹18,50,311
Ex-Showroom Price
₹12,76,300₹15,49,000
RTO
₹12,580₹2,09,625
Insurance
₹50,554₹91,186
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹28,800₹39,770
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons
Pros
Decent styling updates on the outsideMuch more premium cabin than before
Cons
No AWD or petrol engine option
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