Citroen eC3 vs Tata Tiago EV
Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Tata Tiago 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 Tata Tiago EV price starts at Rs 7.99 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi.
eC3 Vs Tiago EV
| Key Highlights | Citroen eC3 | Tata Tiago EV |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.11,68,980* |
| Range (km) | 320 | 315 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | 24 |
| Charging Time | 57min | 3.6H-AC-7.2 kW (10-100%) |
Citroen eC3 vs Tata Tiago EV comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.11,68,980* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.26,777/month | Rs.23,054/month |
| Insurance | Rs.52,435 | Rs.43,840 |
| User Rating | Based on 86 Reviews | Based on 274 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 | ₹ 0.76/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 | - | 3.6H-AC-7.2 kW (10-100%) |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | 24 |
| 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 | Rear twist beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled.✕ | - | Hydraulic |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 3981 | 3769 |
| 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 | 1677 |
| 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 | 1536 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2540 | 2400 |
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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 |
| 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 | - |
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Interior
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | 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 |
| Additional Features | 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 | Premium Light Grey & Black Interior Theme, Flat Bottom Steering Wheel, Collapsible Grab Handles, Chrome Inner Door Handle, Knitted Headliner |
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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 | Chill Lime With Dual Tone Pristine White Supernova Coper Arizona Blue Daytona Grey Tiago EV Colours |
| Body Type | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars |
| Rain Sensing Wiper Windshield wipers that activate on their own when they detect rain. Removes the need to turn the wipers ON/OFF when the rain starts/stops.✕ | - | 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 | Yes |
| No. of Airbags | 2 | 2 |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes |
| Send POI to Vehicle From App | - | 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 |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | 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
Tata Tiago EV
- Most affordable electric four-wheeler you can buy.
- 200kms real-world range is enough for daily commutes
- Feature loaded: touchscreen, climate control, leatherette upholstery — the works!
- Sport Mode is fun to drive
Citroen eC3
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
Tata Tiago EV
- Silly misses such as alloy wheels, rear-adjustable headrests.
- The small battery pack option is not very practical
- Regular Drive Mode feels a bit too laid-back.
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Tata Tiago EV?
A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹ 12.76 Lakh & Tata Tiago EV price starts at ₹ 7.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Tata Tiago EV is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi