Citroen eC3 vs Hyundai Venue
Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Hyundai Venue? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen eC3 price starts at Rs 11.61 Lakh ex-showroom for Live (Electric) and Hyundai Venue price starts Rs 7.94 Lakh ex-showroom for E (Petrol).
eC3 Vs Venue
| Key Highlights | Citroen eC3 | Hyundai Venue |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.15,93,286* |
| Range (km) | 320 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 57min | - |
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Citroen eC3 vs Hyundai Venue comparison
- VS
- Hyundai Venue
- S Plus Diesel (Diesel) 10.71 Lakh*
- SX Diesel (Diesel) 12.37 Lakh*
- SX DT Diesel (Diesel) 12.52 Lakh*
- SX Opt Diesel (Diesel) 13.29 Lakh*
- SX Opt DT Diesel (Diesel) 13.44 Lakh*
- E (Petrol) 7.94 Lakh*
- E Plus (Petrol) 8.23 Lakh*
- S (Petrol) 9.11 Lakh*
- S Plus (Petrol) 9.36 Lakh*
- S Opt (Petrol) 9.89 Lakh*
- S Opt Plus (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- Executive Turbo (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- S Opt Knight (Petrol) 10.12 Lakh*
- S Opt Turbo (Petrol) 10.75 Lakh*
- SX (Petrol) 11.05 Lakh*
- SX DT (Petrol) 11.20 Lakh*
- SX Knight (Petrol) 11.38 Lakh*
- SX Knight DT (Petrol) 11.53 Lakh*
- S Opt Turbo DCT (Petrol) 11.86 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo (Petrol) 12.44 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.59 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo (Petrol) 12.65 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.80 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo DCT (Petrol) 13.23 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo DCT (Petrol) 13.33 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo DCT DT (Petrol) 13.38 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo DCT DT (Petrol) 13.48 Lakh*
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.15,93,286* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.26,777/month | Rs.30,783/month |
| Insurance | Rs.52,435 eC3 Insurance | Rs.61,400 Venue Insurance |
| User Rating | Based on 79 Reviews | Based on 356 Reviews |
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| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge.✕ | ₹ 257/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | Not applicable | U2 1.5 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | Not applicable | 1493 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | Not applicable | 4 4 Cylinder Cars |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | 18 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 24.2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 45 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | McPherson strut with coil spring |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring | Coupled torsion beam axle with coil spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 3981 | 3995 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1733 | 1770 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1604 | 1617 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2540 | 2500 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | - | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | No |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | - | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Zesty Orange Zesty Orange With Platinum Grey Polar White With Zesty Orange Zesty Orange With Polar White Steel Grey With Polar White Platinum Grey Platinum Grey With Polar White Steel Grey With Platinum Grey Polar White With Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Zesty Orange +3 MoreeC3 Colors | Fiery Red Typhoon Silver Fiery Red With Abyss Black Atlas White Titan Grey Denim Blue Abyss Black Venue Colors |
| Body Type | Hatchback All Hatchback Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| E-Call & I-Call | No | No |
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | - | Yes |
| Google / Alexa Connectivity | - | Yes |
| SOS Button | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Easy to drive for first-time car buyers
- Spacious and practical cabin
- Best driving range in its segment
- Updated styling makes the Venue look more butch and upmarket.
- Dual-tone interior is classy, good quality of materials in the cabin too.
- Powered driver’s seat, Alexa/Google Home connectivity, Digital driver’s display added to an already expansive feature list.
- 1.2 Petrol, 1.5 Diesel, 1.0 Turbo - plenty of engine options to choose from.
Citroen eC3
Hyundai Venue
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
- No diesel-automatic or CNG powertrain on offer.
- Narrow cabin means the Venue is still best suited for four.
- Silly feature omissions like auto day/night IRVM and powered seat height adjustment
Citroen eC3
Hyundai Venue
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Hyundai Venue?
A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹ 11.61 Lakh & Hyundai Venue price starts at ₹ 7.94 Lakh in New Delhi. Hyundai Venue is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi