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Citroen eC3 vs Tata Nexon EV Comparison

Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Tata Nexon EV? Find out which electric car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, range, battery capacity, charging time, power, features, safety and dimensions. Citroen eC3 price starts at Rs.13 Lakh and Tata Nexon EV price starts at Rs.12 Lakh.

Key Highlights
Citroen eC3
Tata Nexon EV
Price
Rs.12.9 - Rs.13.41 Lakh
Rs.12.49 - Rs.17.49 Lakh
Range
320 km
275 - 489 km
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
30 kWh and 45 kWh
Power
56.21 bhp
127 - 142 bhp
Charging Time
57Min DC fast charging
30 kWh: 10-80% in about 56 mins; 45 kWh: 10-80% in about 40 mins

Citroen eC3 Vs Tata Nexon EV

Citroen eC3
Citroen eC3
Rs.12.9 - Rs.13.41 Lakh
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Tata Nexon EV
Tata Nexon EV
Rs.12.49 - Rs.17.49 Lakh
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Basic Information
Ex-showroom Price
Rs.12.9 - Rs.13.41 Lakh
Rs.12.49 - Rs.17.49 Lakh
Battery & Range
Range
320 km
275 - 489 km
Real-world Range
215 - 260 km
220 - 375 km
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
30 kWh and 45 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium Ion
Motor & Performance
Motor Power
56.21 bhp
127 - 142 bhp
Max Torque
143 Nm
215 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Permanent magnet synchronous AC motor
Drive Type
Front-wheel drive
FWD
Transmission
Single-speed automatic
Automatic
Charging Details
Home Charger
7.4
3.3 kW AC wall box / 15A plug point
Home Charging Time
-
10-100% in 10 hrs 30 mins for 30 kWh; 10-100% in 17 hrs 36 mins for 45 kWh using 15A plug point
AC Charger
11
7.2 kW AC wall box
AC Charging Time
10H 30Min AC
10-100% in 4 hrs 18 mins for 30 kWh; 10-100% in 6 hrs 36 mins for 45 kWh using 7.2 kW AC charger
DC Charger
50
50 kW / 60 kW DC fast charger depending on battery pack
DC Fast Charging Time
57Min DC fast charging
30 kWh: 10-80% in about 56 mins; 45 kWh: 10-80% in about 40 mins
Connector Type
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
CCS-II / Type 2
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
3981 mm
3995 mm
Width
1733 mm
1802 mm
Height
1604 mm
1625 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2498 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
190 mm
Boot Space
315 litres
350 litres
Seating Capacity
5
5
Features & Safety
Safety Rating
-
5 Star
Airbags
2 airbags
6 airbags
Key Features
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...
Digital Instrument Cluster | Wireless Charger | Auto Dimming IRVM | Rear Camera | Keyless Entry ...

Pros & Cons

Citroen eC3

Pros
  • Long claimed range
  • Premium EV cabin
  • Strong instant torque
  • Fast CCS2 charging support
Cons
  • High purchase price
  • Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
  • Fast-charger availability differs by route
  • Service and option packs may affect final cost

Tata Nexon EV

Pros
  • Claimed range between 275 km and 489 km
  • Available with 30 kWh and 45 kWh battery option
  • DC fast charging support helps reduce charging stops
  • Practical 350-litre boot space
Cons
  • Real-world range is lower than the claimed 489 km figure
  • Home or AC charging can take longer than DC fast charging
  • Fast charging speed depends on charger availability and battery condition
  • On-road price can be higher than the listed ₹12.49 - ₹17.49 Lakh ex-showroom range

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