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Citroen eC3 vs Kia Carens

Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Kia Carens? 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 11.50 Lakh ex-showroom for Live (Electric) and Kia Carens price starts Rs 10.45 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol). eC3 has - (Electric top model) engine, while Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the eC3 has a mileage of - (Electric top model)> and the Carens has a mileage of 16.8 kmpl (Diesel top model).

eC3 Vs Carens

Key HighlightsCitroen eC3Kia Carens
PriceRs.13,04,516*Rs.22,42,678*
Mileage (city)--
Fuel TypeElectricDiesel
Engine(cc)01493
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Citroen eC3 vs Kia Carens Comparison

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    Citroen eC3
    Citroen eC3
    Rs12.43 Lakh*
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    Kia Carens
    Kia Carens
    Rs18.95 Lakh*
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  • Citroen eC3
    Feel
    rs12.43 Lakh*
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  • Kia Carens
    Luxury Plus Diesel AT
    rs18.95 Lakh*
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Basic Information
Brand Name
Citroen
Kia
On Road Price
Rs.13,04,516*
Rs.22,42,678*
Offers & DiscountNoNo
User Rating
3.9
Based on 6 Reviews
4.4
Based on 149 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)
Rs.24,839
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Rs.42,692
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Insurance
Rs.49,086
eC3 Insurance
Rs.82,492
Carens Insurance
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
-
Rs.3,854
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type
-
1.5L CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)
-
1493
No Of Cylinder
-0 Cylinder Cars
44 Cylinder Cars
Fast ChargingYes
-
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
-
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
56.22bhp
114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
143nm
250nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
-
4
Fuel Supply System
-
CRDi
Turbo Charger
-
Yes
Range
320
-
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion
-
Charging Time ( A.C)
10Hrs 30mins
-
Charging Time (D.C)
57min
-
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
Single Speed
6-Speed AT
Mild HybridNo
-
Drive TypeNo
2WD
Clutch TypeNoNo
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type
Electric
Diesel
Mileage (City)NoNo
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available (Litres)
45.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)
107
No
Drag CoefficientNoNo
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
McPherson Strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)
4.98
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
107
-
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
205/65 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size
15
-
Alloy Wheel Size
-
16
0-60kmph
6.8
-
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Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)
3981
4540
Width (mm)
1733
1800
Height (mm)
1604
1708
Wheel Base (mm)
2540
2780
Front Tread (mm)
1496
-
Rear Tread (mm)
1500
-
Kerb Weight (kg)
1316
-
Grossweight (kg)
1716
-
Seating Capacity
5
7
Boot Space (Litres)
315
-
No. of Doors
5
5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power SteeringYesYes
Power Windows FrontYesYes
Power Windows RearYesYes
Automatic Climate Control
-
Yes
Air Quality ControlYes
-
Remote Engine Start/Stop
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
-
Yes
Accessory Power OutletYesYes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Vanity MirrorYesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
-
Yes
Rear Seat HeadrestYesYes
Adjustable Headrest
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
-
Yes
Cup Holders Front
-
Yes
Cup Holders Rear
-
Yes
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Seat Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Multifunction Steering WheelYesYes
Cruise Control
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
Bench Folding
3rd Row 50:50 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
-
Voice Control
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
-
Yes
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest
-
With Storage
Rear Curtain
-
Yes
Luggage Hook And NetYes
-
Additional Features
Front Windscreen Wipers Intermittent, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror, Parcel Shelf, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel, USB Port Front 1 + Rear 2 Fast Charger, Eco/Power Drive Mode Indicator
1st Row Cup Holders (with Cooling Function),2nd row Can Holders (with Cooling Function),Easy Push Retractable Tray,Easy Push Retractable Cup Holder,Sunglass Holder,Sunvisor with Vanity Mirror (Passenger side),Sunvisor with Ticket Holder (Driver Side),Retractable Roof Assist Handles,Umbrella Holder,Rear Door Sunshade Curtains,3rd row Boarding Assist Handles (with Illumination),Lower Seat Back Pocket - Passenger,Lower Seat Back Pocket - Driver,Retractable SeatBack Table with Cup Holder and Gadget Mount,Sliding Type Under Seat Tray,2nd row 60:40 split seats with Sliding, Reclining and Tumble,2nd row SeatBack Folding Armrest with Cup Holders (7STR),2nd Row Seat One Touch Easy Electric Tumble,2nd row One Touch Easy Tumble,3rd row 50:50 Split Seats with Reclining and Full Flat Folding,Luggage Room Seat Back Hooks,2nd Row Adjustable Headrests,3rd Row Adjustable Headrests,Burglar Alarm,Auto Anti-glare (ECM) Inside Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Controls,Rear View Camera with Dynamic Guidelines,Driving Rear View Monitor with button,Roof Flushed 2nd & 3rd Row Diffused AC Vents,Rear AC 4 Stage Speed Control,Console Lamp (LED type) with Sunglass Case,Room Lamps (LED Type) - All Rows,USB A type Media Port,Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type USB Ports,Smartphone Wireless Charger with Cooling Function,Smart Pure Air Purifier with Virus and Bacteria Protection,Auto Cruise Control with Speed Limiting Option
One Touch Operating Power Window
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
2
3
Air ConditionerYesYes
HeaterYesYes
Adjustable Steering
-
Yes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
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Interior
Tachometer
-
Yes
Electronic Multi TripmeterYesYes
Leather Seats
-
Yes
Fabric UpholsteryYesNo
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
-
Yes
Glove Compartment
-
Yes
Digital ClockYesYes
Digital OdometerYesYes
Driving Experience Control Eco
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Driver SeatYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-
Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Additional Features
Interior Environment Single Tone Black, AC Knobs Satin Chrome Accents, Parking brake Lever Tip Satin Chrome, Insider Door Handles Satin Chrome, High Gloss Black - AC Vents surround (Side),eToggle surround, Front & Rear Integrated Headrest, Instrument Panel Deco (Anodized Grey/Anodized Orange)(Deco colour depends on exterior body/roof colour), Satin Chrome Accents IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Steering wheel, Smartphone Storage Rear Console, Digital Cluster, Drivable Range, Battery Regeneration Indicator, Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3s), Battery State Of Charge (%), Front Roof Lamp
Leather Wrapped D-Cut Steering Wheel with Carens Logo,Distinct Black High Gloss Dashboard with Techno Print,Opulent Two Tone Triton Navy and Beige Interiors,Premium Head Lining,Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint,Leatherette Wrapped Door Trims,Luggage Board,Cabin Surround 64 Color Ambient Mood Lighting,Premium Leatherette (Beige and Triton Navy) Seats,Rear Doors Spot Lamp with Kia Logo Projection,Front Armrest with Open Storage and Tray,Multi Drive Modes linked with Ambient Mood Lighting,31.7 cm (12.5”) Full Segment LCD Cluster with Advanced (10.6cm) 4.2" Color TFT MID
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Exterior
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Rear Right Side
Available ColorsZesty OrangeZesty Orange With Platinum GreyPolar White With Zesty OrangePlatinum GreySteel Gray With Platinum GreyZesty Orange With Polar White Platinum Gray With Poler WhitePolar White With Platinum GreySteel Grey With Zesty OrangePolar White+8 MoreeC3 ColorsIntense Red Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverMoss BrownClear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+3 MoreCarens Colors
Body Type
SUVAll SUV Cars
MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlights
-
Yes
Fog Lights Front
-
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View MirrorYesNo
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Washer
-
Yes
Rear Window Defogger
-
Yes
Wheel CoversYesNo
Alloy WheelsNoYes
Power AntennaNoNo
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Sun Roof
-
Yes
Moon Roof
-
Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
-
Yes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
-
Yes
Chrome Garnish
-
Yes
Dual Tone Body Colour
Optional
-
Halogen HeadlampsYesNo
Roof RailYesYes
Lighting
DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
-
LED DRLsYesYes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
-
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, Sash Tape A/B Pillar, Sash Tape C Pillar(With Dual Tone Only), Body Coloured Outside Door Handles, Outside Door Mirrors High Glossy Black, Wheel Arch Cladding, Roof Rails Glossy Black, Dual Tone Roof, Signature LED Day Time Running Lights
Digital Radiator Grille (with Chrome Décor),Body Colored Front Bumper,Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grill (with Chrome Surround Accents),Body Colored Rear Bumper,Rear Bumper Garnish (Chrome Garnish with Diamond Knurling Pattern),Rear Skid Plate (Black Premium Hi- Gloss),Wheel Arch and Side Moldings (black),Beltline (Chrome),Two Tone Side Door Garnish,Chrome Outside Door Handles,Integrated Rear Spoiler with Hi-Gloss Black Side Cover,Sky Light Sunroof,Crown Jewel LED Headlamps,Star Map LED DRLs with integrated turn signal,Ice Cube LED Fog Lamps,Star Map LED Taillamps,Body Colored Outside Rear View Mirror,Dual Tone Crystal Cut Alloys
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
205/65 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size
15
-
Alloy Wheel Size
-
16
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Safety
Anti Lock Braking SystemYesYes
Brake Assist
-
Yes
Central LockingYesYes
Power Door Locks
-
Yes
Child Safety LocksYesYes
No Of Airbags
-
6
Driver AirbagYesYes
Passenger AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag Front
-
Yes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Halogen HeadlampsYesNo
Rear Seat Belts
-
Yes
Seat Belt WarningYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYes
-
Adjustable Seats
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System
-
Yes
Crash Sensor
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
EBDYesYes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Advance Safety Features
-
BAS (Brake force Assist System),DBC (Downhill Brake Control),High Mount Stop Lamp with Emergency Stop Signal included, Curtain Airbags
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
Rear Camera
-
Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
Driver's Window
Speed AlertYes
-
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockYesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
-
Yes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Yes
Hill Assist
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
-
Yes
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Entertainment & Communication
Radio
-
Yes
Speakers FrontYesYes
Speakers RearYesYes
Integrated2DINAudio
-
Yes
Wireless Phone ChargingYesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
-
Yes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
Touch ScreenYesYes
Touch Screen Size
10.23
10.25 Inch
Connectivity
,Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
,Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Android AutoYesYes
Apple Car PlayYesYes
Number Of Speaker
4
8
Additional Features
Steering Wheel with Audio and Phone Controls, MyCitroen Connect, C BUDDY Personal Assistant Application
26.03 cm (10.25”) HD Touchscreen Navigation with Next Generation Kia Connect,BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers,Bluetooth Hands Free
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Warranty
Introduction DateNoNo
Warranty TimeNoNo
Warranty DistanceNoNo
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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Citroen eC3

    • Easy to drive for first-time car buyers
    • Spacious and practical cabin
    • Best driving range in its segment

    Kia Carens

    • Looks unique, in a good way.
    • Good presence with generous exterior dimensions
    • Lots of practical elements integrated into the cabin
    • Available in 6- and 7-seater configurations
    • Turbo-petrol and diesel engine options
    • Automatic transmission option with both engines

    Citroen eC3

    • Does not provide an exciting driving experience
    • Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
    • Huge premium over the standard C3

    Kia Carens

    • Missing some premium features
    • Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
    • 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile

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