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Citroen eC3 vs Kia Carens

Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Kia Carens? 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 Kia Carens price starts Rs 10.52 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol).

eC3 Vs Carens

Key HighlightsCitroen eC3Kia Carens
On Road PriceRs.14,07,148*Rs.18,30,322*
Range (km)320-
Fuel TypeElectricPetrol
Battery Capacity (kWh)29.2-
Charging Time57min-
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Citroen eC3 vs Kia Carens comparison

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        Citroen eC3
        Citroen eC3
        Rs13.41 Lakh*
        *Ex-showroom Price
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        • Variant
            Kia Carens
            Kia Carens
            Rs15.85 Lakh*
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            rs13.41 Lakh*
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            rs15.85 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
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          Rs.14,07,148*
          Rs.18,30,322*
          Finance Available (EMI)
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          Rs.26,777/month
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          Rs.34,839/month
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          Insurance
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          Rs.52,435
          eC3 Insurance
          User Rating
          4.2
          Based on 79 Reviews
          4.4
          Based on 373 Reviews
          Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
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          Rs.3,367.4
          Brochure
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          Running Cost
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          ₹ 257/km
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          Engine & Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Not applicable
          1.5L TGDI Smartstream
          Displacement (cc)
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          1482
          No. of Cylinders
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          Not applicable
          Battery Capacity (kWh)
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          29.2
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          Motor Type
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          Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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          56.21bhp
          157.81bhp@5500rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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          143Nm
          253Nm@1500-3500rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
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          Not applicable
          4
          Fuel Supply System
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          Not applicable
          GDi
          Turbo Charger
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          Not applicable
          Yes
          Range (km)
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          320 km
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          Range - Tested
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          257Km
          verified
          Not applicable
          Battery Type
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          Lithium-Ion
          Not applicable
          Charging Time (D.C)
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          57min
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          Charging Port
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          CCS-II
          Not applicable
          Transmission Type
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          Automatic
          Automatic
          Gearbox
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          1-Speed
          7-Speed DCT
          Drive Type
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          FWD
          Charger Type
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          3.3
          Not applicable
          Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)
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          10hrs 30mins
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          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
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          Electric
          Petrol
          Mileage City (kmpl)
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          13.6
          Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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          16.5
          Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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          45
          Emission Norm Compliance
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          ZEV
          BS VI 2.0
          Top Speed (kmph)
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          107
          174
          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
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          MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
          Mcpherson strut with coil spring
          Rear Suspension
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          Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
          Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
          Steering Type
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          Electric
          Electric
          Steering Column
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          Tilt
          Tilt
          Turning Radius (Metres)
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          4.98
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          Front Brake Type
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          Disc
          Disc
          Rear Brake Type
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          Drum
          Disc
          Top Speed (Kmph)
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          107
          174
          Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
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          46.70m
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          Tyre Size
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          195/65 R15
          205/ 65 R16
          Tyre Type
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          Tubeless Radial
          Radial Tubeless
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          NoNo
          0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)
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          16.36
          verified
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          City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)
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          8.74
          verified
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          Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)
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          28.02m
          verified
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          Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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          15
          16
          Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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          15
          16
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
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          3981
          4540
          Width (mm)
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          1733
          1800
          Height (mm)
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          1604
          1708
          Wheel Base (mm)
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          2540
          2780
          Kerb Weight (kg)
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          1329
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          Grossweight (kg)
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          1716
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          Seating Capacity
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          5
          7
          Boot Space (Litres)
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          315
          216
          No. of Doors
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          5
          5
          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
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          YesYes
          Automatic Climate Control
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          -
          Yes
          Air Quality Control
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          No
          Accessory Power Outlet
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          YesYes
          Trunk Light
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          -
          Yes
          Vanity Mirror
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          Yes
          -
          Rear Reading Lamp
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          -
          Yes
          Adjustable Headrest
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          -
          Yes
          Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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          -
          Yes
          Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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          -
          No
          Rear AC Vents
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          -
          Yes
          Active Noise Cancellation
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          No
          Multifunction Steering Wheel
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          YesYes
          Cruise Control
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          -
          Yes
          Parking Sensors
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          Rear
          Front & Rear
          Foldable Rear Seat
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          Bench Folding
          60:40 Split
          Engine Start Stop Button
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          -
          Yes
          Bottle Holder
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          Front & Rear Door
          Front & Rear Door
          Voice Commands
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          -
          Yes
          Paddle Shifters
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          -
          No
          USB Charger
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Central Console Armrest
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          -
          With Storage
          Hands-Free Tailgate
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          No
          Luggage Hook And Net
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          Yes
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          Additional Features
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          Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3s),Parcel Shelf, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror,Rear Defroster,Tripmeter,Battery State Of Charge (%),Drivable Range (km),Eco/Power Drive Mode Indicator,Battery Regeneration Indicator,Front Roof Lamp
          Power Windows (All Doors) with Switch Illumination, Sunglass Holder, Sunvisor with Vanity Mirror (Passenger side), Sunvisor with Ticket Holder (Driver Side), Retractable Roof Assist Handles, Umbrella Holder, 2nd Row Seat One Touch Easy Electric Tumble, 3rd row 50:50 Split Seats with Reclining and Full Flat Folding, 2nd row One Touch Easy Tumble, Luggage Room Seat Back Hooks, Rear AC 4 Stage Speed Control, 2nd & 3rd Row Cup & can Holders with Cooling Function, Solar Glass - UV Cut, Easy Push Retractable Tray & Cup Holder, 3rd row Boarding Assist Handles, Seat Back Multi Pocket - Passenger, Lower Seat Back Pocket - Driver, Driving Rear View Monitor Without Button, Room Lamps (Bulb Type) - All Rows, Console Lamp (Bulb type) with Sunglass Case
          Massage Seats
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          No
          Memory Function Seats
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          No
          One Touch Operating Power Window
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          All
          Driver's Window
          Autonomous Parking
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          No
          Drive Modes
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          2
          3
          Glove Box Light
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          No
          Idle Start Stop System
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          Yes
          Rear Window Sunblind
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          Yes
          Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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          No
          Power Windows
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          Front & Rear
          Voice assisted sunroof
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          No
          Cup Holders
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          Front & Rear
          Drive Mode Types
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          Normal|Eco|Sports
          Air Conditioner
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          YesYes
          Heater
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Steering
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          Yes
          KeyLess Entry
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          YesYes
          Ventilated Seats
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          No
          Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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          YesYes
          Automatic Headlamps
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          Yes
          Follow Me Home Headlamps
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          Yes
          Interior
          Tachometer
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          Yes
          Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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          YesNo
          Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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          Yes
          Glove Box
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          -
          Yes
          Additional Features
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          Interior Environment - Single Tone Black,Seat Upholstry - Fabric (Bloster/Insert)(RUBIC/HEXALIGHT),Front & Rear Integrated Headrest,AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Grey / Anodized Orange),Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Steering wheel, High Gloss Black - AC Vents surround (Side), eToggle surround,Driver Seat - Manual Height Adjustable
          Dark Metal Paint Dashbaord, Elite Two Tone Black and Beige Interiors, Premium Head Lining, Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint, Luggage Board, Seats (Premium Fabric)- Black & Beige
          Digital Cluster
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          Full
          Yes
          Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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          -
          4.2
          Upholstery
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          Fabric
          Fabric
          Exterior
          Photo Comparison
          Rear Right SideCitroen eC3 Rear Right SideKia Carens Rear Right Side
          TaillightCitroen eC3 TaillightKia Carens Taillight
          Front Left SideCitroen eC3 Front Left SideKia Carens Front Left Side
          Available Colors
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          Zesty OrangeZesty Orange With Platinum GreyPolar White With Zesty OrangeZesty Orange With Polar WhiteSteel Grey With Polar WhitePlatinum GreyPlatinum Grey With Polar WhiteSteel Grey With Platinum GreyPolar White With Platinum GreySteel Grey With Zesty Orange+8 MoreeC3 ColorsSparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens Colors
          Body Type
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          Rain Sensing Wiper
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          -
          No
          Rear Window Wiper
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Washer
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          Yes
          Rear Window Defogger
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          YesYes
          Wheel Covers
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          -
          No
          Alloy Wheels
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          YesYes
          Rear Spoiler
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          -
          Yes
          Sun Roof
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          -
          No
          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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          -
          Yes
          Integrated Antenna
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          YesYes
          Chrome Grille
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          NoYes
          Chrome Garnish
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          Yes
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          Halogen Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Roof Rails
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          YesYes
          LED DRLs
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          YesYes
          LED Headlamps
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          -
          No
          LED Taillights
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          -
          Yes
          LED Fog Lamps
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          -
          No
          Additional Features
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          Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Chrome),Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers,Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, TESSERA Full Wheel Cover,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Sash Tape - C Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirrors(High Gloss Black),Wheel Arch Cladding,Signature LED Day Time Running Lights,Dual Tone Roof,Front Skid Plate ,Rear Skid Plate,Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent ,Optional VIBE PACK (Body Side Door Molding & Painted Insert, Painted ORVM Cover , Painted Front Fog lamp surround, Painted Rear Reflector Surround, Front Fog Lamp), Optional (Polar White/ Zesty Orange/ Platinum Grey/Cosmo Blue)
          Dual Tone Crystal Cut Alloys, Digital Radiator Grille with Chrome Decor, Body Colored Front & Rear Bumper, Wheel Arch and Side Moldings (black), Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grille with Silver Surround Accents, Rear Bumper Garnish - Silver Garnish with Diamond Kunrling Pattern, Rear Skid Plate - ABP Color, Beltline - Chrome, Black Side Door Garnish with Diamond Knurling Pattern, Body Colored Outisde Door Handles, Roof Rail Metal Paint, Integrated Rear Spoiler, Body Colored ORVMs
          Fog Lights
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          -
          No
          Antenna
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          -
          Shark Fin
          Convertible Top
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          No
          Sunroof
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          -
          No
          Boot Opening
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          -
          Electronic
          Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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          -
          No
          Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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          -
          Powered & Folding
          Tyre Size
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          195/65 R15
          205/ 65 R16
          Tyre Type
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          Tubeless Radial
          Radial Tubeless
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          NoNo
          Safety
          Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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          YesYes
          Brake Assist
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          Yes
          Central Locking
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          YesYes
          Child Safety Locks
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          YesYes
          No. of Airbags
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          2
          6
          Driver Airbag
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          YesYes
          Passenger Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag
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          Yes
          Side Airbag Rear
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          -
          No
          Day Night Rear View Mirror
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          -
          Yes
          Seat Belt Warning
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          YesYes
          Door Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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          -
          Yes
          Engine Immobilizer
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          YesYes
          Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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          -
          Yes
          Rear Camera
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          With Guidedlines
          With Guidedlines
          Anti Pinch Power Windows
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          -
          Driver
          Speed Alert
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          YesYes
          Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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          YesYes
          Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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          -
          Yes
          Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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          -
          Driver and Passenger
          Hill Descent Control
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          -
          Yes
          Hill Assist
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          -
          Yes
          Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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          -
          Yes
          Curtain Airbag
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          -
          Yes
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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          YesYes
          ADAS
          Adaptive Cruise Control
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          -
          Yes
          Advance Internet
          Navigation With Live Traffic
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          -
          No
          E-Call & I-Call
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          NoNo
          Over Speeding Alert
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          Yes
          -
          Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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          Yes
          -
          Entertainment & Communication
          Radio
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          YesYes
          Integrated 2DIN Audio
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          -
          Yes
          Wireless Phone Charging
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          No
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen Size
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          10.23
          8
          Connectivity
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          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto
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          YesYes
          Apple Car Play
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          YesYes
          No. of Speakers
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          4
          4
          Rear Entertainment System
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          -
          No
          Additional Features
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          Citroën Connect Touchscreen,Mirror Screen,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity,MyCitroën Connect, C - BUDDY' Personal Assistant Application,Smartphone Storage - Rear Console, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel,USB Port - Front 1 + Rear 2 Fast Charger
          31.7 cm Full Segment LCD Cluster with Advanced (10.6cm) 4.2 Inch Color TFT MID, Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type Ports, Wireless Phone Projection
          Usb Ports
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          YesYes
          Tweeter
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          -
          2
          Rear Touchscreen
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          -
          No
          Speakers
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
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          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons

            Citroen eC3

            • Easy to drive for first-time car buyers
            • Spacious and practical cabin
            • Best driving range in its segment

            Kia Carens

            • Looks unique, in a good way.
            • Good presence with generous exterior dimensions
            • Lots of practical elements integrated into the cabin
            • Available in 6- and 7-seater configurations
            • Turbo-petrol and diesel engine options
            • Automatic transmission option with both engines

            Citroen eC3

            • Does not provide an exciting driving experience
            • Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
            • Huge premium over the standard C3

            Kia Carens

            • Missing some premium features
            • Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
            • 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile

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          Questions & answers

          Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Kia Carens?
          A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹ 11.61 Lakh & Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carens is cheaper between these two cars.
          *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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