The all-electric Citroen eC3 has been revealed and is expected to be launched this month. This new eCar from the French carmaker will offer a range of over 300 km per charge, making it an attractive option for those looking for a reliable and efficient electric vehicle. The eC3 is scheduled to go on sale in February 2023 with an estimated price tag of ~Rs 9 lakh ex-showroom.

The Citroen eC3 is an all-electric vehicle that has been designed specifically for the Indian market. It is powered by a 29.2kWh battery pack, which gives it a claimed range of up to 320km on a single charge. The electric motor is rated at 57PS and 143Nm, and supports DC fast-charging for 10-80 per cent in just 57 minutes. The interior features a 10-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, making it easy to stay connected while on the go.

About Citroën

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer that was founded in 1919. In its 103-year history, the brand has sold over 50 million vehicles in over 101 countries. The brand is known around the world for its bold design and comfort offerings. Today, the brand is one of the most admired and collected automobile brands in the world.  Being an innovative brand, Citroën globally offers a wide range of models, from the AMI, an electric quadricycle designed for the city, to sedans, SUVs, and commercial cars, which are available with multiple powertrains – Conventional fuel, Electric & Plug-in hybrid.


Citroën Achievements

Citroen has a racing heritage, having won three WTCC and eight WRC world championship manufacturers’ titles.

  • 1st mass-market car with front wheel drive – Traction Avant
  • 1st Hydropneumatic self-leveling suspension system in the world
  • 1st car model with modern disc brakes – Citroën DS
  • The iconic and popular 2CV transcended eras and completed its journey from 1948 to 1990 with over 5 million units globally.

Citreon’s Journey in India

  • In 2021, Citroën started its journey in India with the launch of its international flagship – C5 Aircross SUV.
  • In 2022, Citroën launched its first vehicle under the C-Cubed
    Program – Citroën C3, which has won multiple awards for its bold design, customisation and advanced comfort offerings.
  • In 2023, we are bringing our next all electric mobility offering –
    New ë-C3 All Electric, making Citroën the 1st automotive brand to launch an Electric on the same platform within 6 months of the launch Internal combustion engine.

The group has made an investment in the Indian market of more than 600 crore through two factories in Tamil Nadu: the Thiruvallur vehicle assembly factory, the Hosur engine and transmission facility, and the Chennai R&D centre.


CITROEN eC3 EV Price & Warranty

Citreon EV is India’s first and only Electric “Customisable Unique Vehicle”, which comes with a range of 13 exterior colour combinations, 3 packs, and 47 customisations. The eC3 is scheduled to go on sale in February 2023 with an estimated price tag of ~Rs 9 lakh ex-showroom.

100 years’ legacy values have been taken into consideration when creating the Citroen the Citroën EV. With 320 km RANGE IN A SINGLE CHARGE, you can Enjoy long and uninterrupted drives with the Citreon EV eC3 without worrying about warranty-

Battery 7yrs/140,000 kms (whichever is earlier)#
Electric motor 5yrs/100,000 kms (whichever is earlier)#
Vehicle 3yrs/125,000 kms (whichever is earlier)

Citreon EV Charging

  • DC FAST CHARGER: With DC fast charger, the New ë-C3  All Electric can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 57 minutes**
  • CHARGING FACILITY AT LA MAISON: Every Citroën showroom across India has a charging facility for the comfort of customers
  • HOME/WORKPLACE CHARGING: Conveniently charge your New ë-C3 All Electric from 10% to 100% in 10 hours 30 minutes** with 15 Amp plug point at your Home or workplace
  • PORTABLE CHARGING CABLE WITH YOUR NEW Ë-C3 ALL ELECTRIC: A Portable charging cable comes with your car kit, which can be plugged into any 15 Amp socket
  • MOBILE CHARGING WITH ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: Roadside assistance for mobile charging support is available 24×7 in emergency situations.

Charging

Charging Standard CCS2
“Estimated Charging Time
(SOC 10%-100% From any 15amp plug point)”
10 Hours 30 minutes*
“Estimated Charging Time
(SOC 10%-80% From DC Fast Charger)”
57 min*

Driving Range

Range At Full Charge
(As Per MIDC Cycle) (km)
320**

Citreon eC3 EV Battery Pack

29.2 kWh BATTERY PACK  warranty for 7 years or 1,40,000 km (whichever is earlier) WITH REGENERATIVE BRAKING

  • Charge your vehicle’s battery every time you apply brakes with Regenerative Braking
Battery Capacity (kWh) 29.2
Battery Type High energy density Lithium-Ion battery Pack
Thermal Management System Natural Air Cooled
On-Board Charger (kw) 3.3
Emission Zero Tail Pipe Emission
Acceleration (0-60km/h in sec.) 6.8^^

Citreon eC3 EV Motor & Other Specs

Motor

Electric Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Electric Motor Power kW (ps) 42 (57)
Electric Motor Torque (Nm) 143
Drive Modes Standard | ECO
Max. Speed (km/h) 107^
Acceleration (0-60km/h in sec.) 6.8^^

Suspension & Brakes

Suspension

Front MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring

Brakes

Front Disc
Rear Drum

Steering & Tyres

Steering

Power Steering Type Electric
Minimum Turning Circle Radius (m) 4.98

Tyre Size

Tyres 195/65 R15
Spare Wheel 185/65 R15 Steel

Citreon eC3 EV Colors

Citroen eC3 is available in 13 colours – Polar White, Zesty Orange, Platinum Grey, Steel Grey, Polar White with Zesty Orange roof, Platinum Grey with Zesty Orange roof, Steel Grey with Zesty Orange roof, Polar White with Platinum Grey roof, Zesty Orange with Platinum Grey roof, Steel Grey with Platinum Grey roof , Zesty Orange with Polar White roof, Platinum Grey with Polar White roof, Steel Grey with Polar White roof.


Citreon eC3 EV Interior

It comes equipped with a touchscreen unit, manual air conditioning, a steering wheel with controls, and a key slot for the ignition, cruise control, automatic air conditioning, and electrically controlled ORVMs.


Citreon eC3 EV Automatic Gearbox & Drive Modes

  • FULLY AUTOMATIC DRIVE WITH AN E-TOGGLE- Advanced “E-Toggle” automatic gearbox for a truly comfortable driving experience
  • ECO/STANDARD DRIVE MODES- Switch between ECO and Standard drive modes to customise your driving experience.

CITROEN EV eC3 INFOTAINMENT & CONNECT APP

Through wireless compatibility with Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM, the user-friendly and contemporary 26cm Citroen Connect touchscreen enables you to mirror key smartphone functions. You can also now access your multimedia content and apps, or simply manage your smartphone directly through the large high definition touchscreen. Enjoy a smooth driving experience while unwinding in the luxury of the new C3 all-electric.

In the age of cutting-edge technology, gadgets, and gizmos, make a statement with a connected app designed for your particular personality. Use the newest MYCITRON CONNECT app, which has 35 smart features, to take the lead with instant access to your New -C3 All Electric.


Citreon EV eC3 Exterior

The Citroen C3 has a white roof and outer rearview mirrors in addition to being generally similar to the standard ICE-powered C3. If you were to compare the fog light surrounds and side cladding trim pieces of the ICE and EV, you would only be able to tell them apart because the ICE type has white surrounds while the EV has black or orange ones. Nevertheless, there will be customization choices for the EV, such as the Vibe Pack (sold with the ICE variant) that gives it orange surrounds as well.


Citreon EV eC3  Dimension & Weight

Overall Length, mm 3981
Overall Width (w/o mirrors), mm 1733
Overall Height (Unladen), mm 1586/1604 (with roof rails)
Wheel Base, mm 2540
Boot Space, l 315

Weight

Kerb Weight (kg) LIVE : 1302, FEEL : 1316
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) 1716

Citreon EV eC3 Road Side Assistance 

For the relaxed and the daring. For those who take initiative and those who procrastinate. No matter what kind of personality you have, the New -C3 All Electric has an easy tech solutions for all. With the 320 km* range on a single charge and the peace of mind provided by our Road Side Assistance for charging while you are on the go, you can explore the unexplored and enjoy every adventure worry-free.