Citroen eC3 vs Volkswagen Virtus
Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Volkswagen Virtus? 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 Volkswagen Virtus price starts Rs 11.56 Lakh ex-showroom for Comfortline (Petrol).
eC3 Vs Virtus
| Key Highlights | Citroen eC3 | Volkswagen Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.22,38,584* |
| Range (km) | 320 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 57min | - |
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Citroen eC3 vs Volkswagen Virtus comparison
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- Volkswagen Virtus
- Comfortline (Petrol) 11.56 Lakh*
- GT DSG (Petrol) 16.62 Lakh*
- GT Plus DSG ES (Petrol) 19.15 Lakh*
- GT Plus ES (Petrol) 17.60 Lakh*
- GT Plus Edge DSG ES (Petrol) 19.35 Lakh*
- GT Plus Edge ES (Petrol) 17.80 Lakh*
- GT Plus Edge Matte (Petrol) 17.86 Lakh*
- GT Plus Edge Matte DSG (Petrol) 19.41 Lakh*
- Highline (Petrol) 13.58 Lakh*
- Highline AT (Petrol) 14.88 Lakh*
- Topline AT ES (Petrol) 16.85 Lakh*
- Topline ES (Petrol) 15.60 Lakh*
- Topline Sound Edition (Petrol) 15.80 Lakh*
- Topline Sound Edition AT (Petrol) 17.05 Lakh*
Rs19.41 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.22,38,584* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.26,777/month | Rs.42,606/month |
| Insurance | Rs.52,435 eC3 Insurance | Rs.84,185 Virtus Insurance |
| User Rating | Based on 79 Reviews | Based on 313 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.5,780.2 |
| 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 | - |
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 | 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT |
| 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 | 1498 |
| 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 | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 19.62 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | ZEV | BS VI 2.0 |
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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 | Mc-Pherson suspension and stabiliser bar |
| 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 | Twist beam axle |
| 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 & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 3981 | 4561 |
| 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 | 1752 |
| 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 | 1507 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | 145 |
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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 |
| Trunk Light Lighting for the boot area. It usually turns on automatically when the boot is opened.✕ | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Upholstery Seat coverings made from cloth. Affects comfort and interior style.✕ | - | No |
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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 | Lava Blue Rising Blue Metallic Curcuma Yellow Carbon Steel Grey Deep Black Pearl Rising Blue Reflex Silver Candy White Wild Cherry Red Virtus Colors |
| Body Type | Hatchback All Hatchback Cars | Sedan All Sedan 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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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 |
| 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
- Classy, understated styling. Sporty GT variant on offer too
- Feature-loaded: 8-inch digital driver’s display, 10.1-inch touchscreen, ventilated seats, electric sunroof are among the highlights
- 521 litre boot is segment leading. 60:40 split rear seats bumps up practicality
- Strong engine options: 1- and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engines promise excitement
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Volkswagen Virtus
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
- Lack of width and strong seat contouring means the Virtus is best used as a four seater
- No diesel engine option. Verna and City offer a diesel
Citroen eC3
Volkswagen Virtus
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Volkswagen Virtus?
A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹ 11.61 Lakh & Volkswagen Virtus price starts at ₹ 11.56 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Virtus is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi