Citroen eC3 vs MG Comet EV
Should you buy Citroen eC3 or MG Comet EV? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Range, Battery Pack, Charging speed, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen eC3 price starts at Rs 12.76 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi and MG Comet EV price starts at Rs 7 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi.
eC3 Vs Comet EV
| Key Highlights | Citroen eC3 | MG Comet EV |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.10,20,953* |
| Range (km) | 320 | 230 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | 17.3 |
| Charging Time | 57min | 7.5KW 3.5H(0-100%) |
Citroen eC3 vs MG Comet EV comparison
- Citroen eC3
- Feel (Electric) 12.76 Lakh*
- Top SellingShine (Electric) 13.26 Lakh*
- Shine DT (Electric) 13.41 Lakh*
Rs13.41 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.10,20,953* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.26,777/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.19,435/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.52,435 | Rs.40,153 |
| User Rating | Based on 86 Reviews | Based on 216 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | |
| 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 | ₹ 0.75/km |
Engine & Transmission
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output.✕ | - | Yes |
| Charging Time | - | 7.5KW 3.5H(0-100%) |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | 17.3 |
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | ZEV | ZEV |
| Top Speed (kmph) | 107 | - |
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 suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| 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 | Multi-link suspension |
| 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 | 2974 |
| 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 | 1505 |
| 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 | 1640 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2540 | 2010 |
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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 |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror A mirror, usually located behind the passenger sun shade, used to check one's appearance. More expensive cars will have these on the driver's side and some cars even have this feature for rear seat passengers too.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Multifunction Steering Wheel A steering wheel that has many buttons to control various functions of the infotainment system and key car functions like cruise control. This allows the driver to manage these functions without taking their hands off the steering wheel.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Digital Odometer A meter that keeps track of the total kilometres a vehicle has travelled. This cannot be reset by an owner and serves as a record for tracking service intervals and waranty validity, and also is important when selling the vehicle.✕ | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Cosmo Blue Platinum Grey With Polar White Steel Grey With Platinum Grey Polar White With Cosmo Blue +5 MoreeC3 Colours | Green With Black Roof Candy White With Starry Black Apple Green With Starry Black Starry Black Aurora Silver +1 MoreComet EV Colours |
| Body Type | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars |
| Rear Window Wiper A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather.✕ | 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 |
| 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 | - |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.✕ | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| E-Call & I-Call | No | - |
| Over Speeding Alert | Yes | - |
| Remote Door Lock/Unlock | Yes | - |
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 |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity The car can connect to Wi-Fi networks for internet access. Helps in navigation, music, sending SOS alerts, vehicle tracking etc.✕ | - | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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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
MG Comet EV
- Small proportions, makes the car ideal for city use.
- Premium look and feel of the interiors
- Up to 250km of claimed range
- Highlight features include two 10.25 inch screens, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, connected car features, and keyless entry.
- Feels peppy and effortless to drive in the city
- Space for 4 adults
Citroen eC3
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
MG Comet EV
- No boot space without folding the rear seats
- Ride comfort over bad roads
- Not at all a highway car, hence not an allrounder
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and MG Comet EV?
A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹ 12.76 Lakh & MG Comet EV price starts at ₹ 7 Lakh in New Delhi. MG Comet EV is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi