Citroen eC3 vs Hyundai Tucson

Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Hyundai Tucson? 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 12.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Feel (Electric) and Hyundai Tucson price starts Rs 29.27 Lakh ex-showroom for Platinum AT (Petrol).

eC3 Vs Tucson

Key Highlights	Citroen eC3	Hyundai Tucson
On Road Price	Rs.14,07,148^*	Rs.42,20,049^*
Range (km)	320	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	-
Charging Time	57min	-

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Citroen eC3
Rs13.41 Lakh^*
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Hyundai Tucson
Rs36.04 Lakh^*
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Citroen eC3
Shine DT
13.41 Lakh^*
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Hyundai Tucson
Signature Diesel 4WD AT DT
36.04 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine DT	Signature Diesel 4WD AT DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.14,07,148^*	Rs.42,20,049^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.26,777/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.81,029/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.52,435	Rs.1,21,809
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	4.2 Based on 79 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.3,505.6
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹257/km	-

Basic Information

Shine DT

Signature Diesel 4WD AT DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.14,07,148^*

Rs.42,20,049^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.26,777/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.81,029/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.52,435

Rs.1,21,809

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

4.2

Based on 79 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.3,505.6

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹257/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Not applicable	2.0 L D CRDi I4
Displacement (cc)	Not applicable	1997
No. of Cylinders	Not applicable	44 Cylinder Cars
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	Not applicable
Motor Type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor	Not applicable
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	56.21bhp	183.72bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	143Nm	416Nm@2000-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
Fuel Supply System	Not applicable	Coon rail direct injection
Turbo Charger	Not applicable	Yes
Range (km)	320 km	Not applicable
Range - Tested	257Km	Not applicable
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion	Not applicable
Charging Time (D.C)	57min	Not applicable
Charging Port	CCS-II	Not applicable
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	1-Speed	8-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	4WD
Charger Type	3.3	Not applicable
Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)	10hrs 30mins	Not applicable
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Not applicable

2.0 L D CRDi I4

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

1997

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

44 Cylinder Cars

Battery Capacity (kWh)

29.2

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	14
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	17.3
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	54
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	107	205
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Multi-link suspension
Shock Absorbers Type	-	Gas Type
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.98	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	107	205
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)	46.70	-
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	16.36	-
City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)	8.74	-
Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)	28.02	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	15	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	15	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Multi-link suspension

Shock Absorbers Type

Gas Type

Steering Type

Electric

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3981	4630
Width (mm)	1733	1865
Height (mm)	1604	1665
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	2755
Kerb Weight (kg)	1329	-
Grossweight (kg)	1716	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	315	540
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	2 Zone
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	-	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3s),Parcel Shelf, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror,Rear Defroster,Tripmeter,Battery State Of Charge (%),Drivable Range (km),Eco/Power Drive Mode Indicator,Battery Regeneration Indicator,Front Roof Lamp	Electric parking brake,Multi air mode,10-way power adjustable driver seat with lumbar support,8-way power adjustable passenger seat,Passenger seat walk-in device,Hands free smart power tail gate with height adjustment,2nd row seat with reclining function,Multi terrain modes (Snow, Mud, Sand)
Memory Function Seats	-	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	4
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Voice assisted sunroof	-	Yes
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	-
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Accessory Power Outlet

Trunk Light

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	-	Yes
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	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 black and light grey dual tone interiors,Glossy black centre fascia,Integrated silver accents on crashpad & doors,Premium inserts on crashpad,Leatherette(Door & console armrest),Door scuff plates - deluxe,Door pocket lighting,Luggage screen,2nd row seat folding - Boot lever,power outlet(Trunk),
Digital Cluster	Full	Full
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	10.25
Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette
Ambient Light Colour	-	64
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	Platinum GreySteel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum Grey With Polar WhiteSteel Grey With Platinum GreyPolar White With Cosmo BluePolar White With Platinum GreyPolar WhiteSteel GreySteel Grey With Polar WhiteCosmo Blue With Polar White+6 MoreeC3 Colours	Fiery Red Dual ToneFiery RedPolar White Dual ToneStarry NightPolar WhiteAmazon GreyAbyss Black Pearl+2 MoreTucson Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	-
Chrome Grille	No	-
Chrome Garnish	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	-	Yes
LED Taillights	-	Yes
Additional Features	Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Chrome),Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers,Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, TESSERA Full Wheel Cover,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Sash Tape - C Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirrors(High Gloss Black),Wheel Arch Cladding,Signature LED Day Time Running Lights,Dual Tone Roof,Front Skid Plate ,Rear Skid Plate,Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent ,Optional VIBE PACK (Body Side Door Molding & Painted Insert, Painted ORVM Cover , Painted Front Fog lamp surround, Painted Rear Reflector Surround, Front Fog Lamp), Optional (Polar White/ Zesty Orange/ Platinum Grey/Cosmo Blue)	Dark chrome parametric front grille,LED static bending lamps,Skid plates (front and rear),Bumper chrome moulding (front & rear),Rear spoiler with LED high mount stop lamp,Door frame molding - Satin finish,
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	-	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Electronic
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
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Exterior

Available Colours

Platinum GreySteel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum Grey With Polar WhiteSteel Grey With Platinum GreyPolar White With Cosmo Blue+6 MoreeC3 Colours

Fiery Red Dual ToneFiery RedPolar White Dual ToneStarry NightPolar White+2 MoreTucson Colours

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	0	-
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	1	-
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	-	5
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Anti Theft Alarm

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Advance Internet
E-Call & I-Call	No	No
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	-
Remote Boot Open	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call

Over the Air (OTA) Updates

Over Speeding Alert

Smartwatch App

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.23	10.25
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	8
Additional Features	Citroën Connect Touchscreen,Mirror Screen,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity,MyCitroën Connect, C - BUDDY' Personal Assistant Application,Smartphone Storage - Rear Console, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel,USB Port - Front 1 + Rear 2 Fast Charger	Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology,Bose premium sound 8 speaker system(Front & rear door speakers,Front central speaker,Front tweeters,Sub-woofer,Amplifier),
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	Hyundai Bluelink
Tweeter	-	2
Subwoofer	-	1
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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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
Hyundai Tucson
- Looks stylish from every angle. Impressive road presence.
- Cabin feels premium with impressive quality and clean layout
- loaded with premium features like powered seats, heat and ventilation, 360 degree camera and more.
- Fun to drive diesel engine with AWD
- Lots of space for rear seat occupants

Citroen eC3
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
Hyundai Tucson
- Expensive! Premium of Rs 4.5 lakhs over the Jeep Compass
- While it looks sporty, is more focused towards comfort while driving.

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Rs.12.90 - 13.41 Lakh^*
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Hyundai Tucson?

A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹12.90 Lakh & Hyundai Tucson price starts at ₹29.27 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen eC3 is cheaper between these two cars.

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