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    Citroen eC3 vs Kia Sonet

    Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Kia Sonet? 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 Kia Sonet price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol).

    eC3 Vs Sonet

    Key HighlightsCitroen eC3Kia Sonet
    On Road PriceRs.14,07,148*Rs.17,83,217*
    Range (km)320-
    Fuel TypeElectricDiesel
    Battery Capacity (kWh)29.2-
    Charging Time57min-
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    Citroen eC3 vs Kia Sonet comparison

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          Citroen eC3
          Citroen eC3
            Rs13.41 Lakh*
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                Kia Sonet
                Kia Sonet
                  Rs15.60 Lakh*
                  *Ex-showroom Price
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                  rs13.41 Lakh*
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                • GTX Plus Diesel AT
                  rs15.60 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.14,07,148*
                Rs.17,83,217*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.26,777/month
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                Rs.34,826/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.52,435
                Rs.5,900
                User Rating
                4.2
                Based on 86 Reviews
                4.4
                Based on 173 Reviews
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                Running Cost
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                ₹257/km
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                1.5L CRDi VGT
                Displacement (cc)
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                1493
                No. of Cylinders
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                Not applicable
                Battery Capacity (kWh)
                29.2
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                Motor Type
                Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                56.21bhp
                114bhp@4000rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                143Nm
                250Nm@1500-2750rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                Not applicable
                4
                Fuel Supply System
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                Not applicable
                CRDi
                Turbo Charger
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                Not applicable
                Yes
                Range (km)
                320 km
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                Range - Tested
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                257Km
                verified
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                Battery Type
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                Lithium-Ion
                Not applicable
                Charging Time (D.C)
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                57min
                Not applicable
                Charging Port
                CCS-II
                Not applicable
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                1-Speed
                6-Speed AT
                Drive Type
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                FWD
                Charger Type
                3.3
                Not applicable
                Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)
                10hrs 30mins
                Not applicable
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Electric
                Diesel
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                -
                19
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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                45
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                ZEV
                BS VI 2.0
                Top Speed (kmph)
                107
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                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                MacPherson suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                Rear Suspension
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                Rear twist beam
                Rear twist beam
                Steering Type
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                Electric
                Electric
                Steering Column
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                Tilt
                Tilt
                Turning Radius (Metres)
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                4.98
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                Front Brake Type
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                Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
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                Drum
                Disc
                Top Speed (Kmph)
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                107
                -
                Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
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                46.70
                verified
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                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                215/60 R16
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless Radial
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                NoNo
                0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)
                16.36
                verified
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                City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)
                8.74
                verified
                -
                Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)
                28.02
                verified
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                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
                15
                16
                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
                15
                16
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                3981
                3995
                Width (mm)
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                1733
                1790
                Height (mm)
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                1604
                1642
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                2540
                2500
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1329
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                Grossweight (kg)
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                1716
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                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                315
                385
                No. of Doors
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                5
                5
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
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                -
                Yes
                Air Quality Control
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                Yes
                Accessory Power Outlet
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                YesYes
                Trunk Light
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                -
                Yes
                Vanity Mirror
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                Yes
                -
                Rear Reading Lamp
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Seat Headrest
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                -
                Adjustable
                Adjustable Headrest
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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                -
                Yes
                Rear AC Vents
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                -
                Yes
                Active Noise Cancellation
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                -
                No
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Cruise Control
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                -
                Yes
                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
                Front & Rear
                Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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                -
                Yes
                Foldable Rear Seat
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                Bench Folding
                60:40 Split
                Engine Start Stop Button
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                -
                Yes
                Bottle Holder
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                Front & Rear Door
                Front & Rear Door
                Voice Commands
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                -
                Yes
                Paddle Shifters
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                -
                Yes
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Central Console Armrest
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                -
                With Storage
                Hands-Free Tailgate
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                -
                No
                Gear Shift Indicator
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                -
                No
                Luggage Hook And NetYesYes
                Battery Saver
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                -
                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
                Assist Grips,Full Size DriverSeatback Pocket,Auto Light Control,Console Lamp (bulb type),Lower Full Size Seatback Pocket (passenger),passenger Seatback Pocket-Upper & Lower (full Size),All Door Power Windows with Illumination,Rear Door Sunshade Curtain, Eco Coating, Sunglass Holder, Rear parcel shelf, Cruise Control with Manual Speed Limit Assist, Auto antiglare (ECM) rear view mirror with Kia Connect controls
                Massage Seats
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                -
                No
                Memory Function Seats
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                No
                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                All
                All
                Autonomous Parking
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                -
                No
                Drive Modes
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                2
                3
                Idle Start Stop System
                -
                Yes
                Rear Window Sunblind
                -
                Yes
                Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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                No
                Power Windows
                -
                Front & Rear
                Drive Mode Types
                -
                NORMAL|ECO|SPORTS
                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
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                -
                Yes
                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Ventilated Seats
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                -
                Yes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                YesYes
                Electric Adjustable Seats
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                -
                Front
                Automatic Headlamps
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                -
                Yes
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
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                -
                Yes
                Interior
                Tachometer
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                -
                Yes
                Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesNo
                Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
                -
                No
                Glove Box
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                -
                Yes
                Cigarette Lighter
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                No
                Folding Table In The Rear
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                -
                No
                Dual Tone Dashboard
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                No
                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
                Silver Painted Door Handles, Connected Infotainment & Cluster Design - Black High Gloss, Leatherette Wrapped Gear Knob, Leatherette wrapped Door armrest, LED Ambient Sound Lighting, All Black Interiors with Sporty White Inserts, Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with GT line logo, High gloss black finish AC vents garnish, Sporty Alloy Pedals, Sporty All Black Roof Lining
                Digital Cluster
                Full
                Yes
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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                10.25
                Upholstery
                Fabric
                Leatherette
                Exterior
                Photo Comparison
                Rear Right SideCitroen eC3 Rear Right SideKia Sonet Rear Right Side
                HeadlightCitroen eC3 HeadlightKia Sonet Headlight
                TaillightCitroen eC3 TaillightKia Sonet Taillight
                Front Left SideCitroen eC3 Front Left SideKia Sonet Front Left Side
                Available ColoursPlatinum 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+5 MoreeC3 ColoursGlacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity GrayIntense Red With Aurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet Colours
                Body Type
                Headlamp Washers
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                -
                No
                Rain Sensing Wiper
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                No
                Rear Window Wiper
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                YesYes
                Rear Window Washer
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                Yes
                Rear Window Defogger
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                YesYes
                Wheel Covers
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                No
                Alloy Wheels
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                YesYes
                Tinted Glass
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                Yes
                Rear Spoiler
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                -
                Yes
                Sun Roof
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                -
                Yes
                Side Stepper
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                -
                No
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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                -
                Yes
                Integrated AntennaYesYes
                Chrome Grille
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                No
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                Chrome Garnish
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                Yes
                -
                Smoke Headlamps
                -
                No
                Halogen HeadlampsYesNo
                Roof Rails
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                YesYes
                LED DRLs
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                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
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                Yes
                LED Taillights
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                -
                Yes
                LED Fog Lamps
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                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)
                Silver Brake Caliper, Body Color Front & Rear bumper, Side Moulding - Black, Glossy Black Delta garnish, Body colour outside door handle, High Mount Stop Lamp, Crown Jewel LED headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs, Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps, Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels, Xclusive Piano Black Outside mirror, Kia Signature Tiger nose grille with Knurled Premium Dark Metallic Surround, Sporty Aero Dynamic Front & Rear Skid Plates with Dark Metallic Accents, Dark Metallic Door garnish, Belt Line Chrome, Glossy Black Roof Rack, Sleek LED Fog lamps
                Fog Lights
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                Front
                Antenna
                -
                Shark Fin
                Sunroof
                -
                Single Pane
                Boot Opening
                -
                Electronic
                Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
                -
                No
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                -
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                215/60 R16
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless Radial
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                NoNo
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Brake Assist
                -
                Yes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                Yes
                -
                Anti Theft Alarm
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                Yes
                No. of Airbags
                2
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag
                -
                Yes
                Side Airbag Rear
                -
                No
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                -
                Yes
                Seat Belt Warning
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                YesYes
                Door Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Traction Control
                -
                Yes
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                -
                Yes
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
                With Guidedlines
                Anti Theft Device
                -
                Yes
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
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                -
                All Windows
                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Knee Airbags
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                -
                No
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                Yes
                Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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                -
                No
                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                -
                Driver and Passenger
                Blind Spot Monitor
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                -
                Yes
                Hill Descent Control
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                -
                No
                Hill Assist
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                -
                Yes
                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
                -
                Yes
                360 View Camera
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                -
                Yes
                Curtain Airbag
                -
                Yes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                0
                -
                Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                1
                -
                ADAS
                Forward Collision Warning
                -
                Yes
                Lane Departure Warning
                -
                Yes
                Lane Keep Assist
                -
                Yes
                Driver Attention Warning
                -
                Yes
                Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
                -
                Yes
                Adaptive High Beam Assist
                -
                Yes
                Advance Internet
                Live Location
                -
                Yes
                Remote Vehicle Status Check
                -
                Yes
                Inbuilt Assistant
                -
                Yes
                Hinglish Voice Commands
                -
                Yes
                Navigation With Live Traffic
                -
                Yes
                Send POI to Vehicle From App
                -
                Yes
                Live Weather
                -
                Yes
                E-Call & I-CallNoYes
                Over the Air (OTA) Updates
                -
                Yes
                Google / Alexa Connectivity
                -
                Yes
                Save Route/Place
                -
                Yes
                SOS Button
                -
                Yes
                RSA
                -
                Yes
                Over Speeding AlertYes
                -
                Remote AC On/Off
                -
                Yes
                Remote Door Lock/UnlockYesYes
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Integrated 2DIN Audio
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                Yes
                Wireless Phone Charging
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                Yes
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                10.23
                10.25
                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto
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                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
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                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
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                4
                4
                Additional Features
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                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
                HD Touchscreen Navigation with Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, AI Voice Recognition System, BOSE premium 7 speaker system with dynamic speed compensation, Bluetooth multi connection
                Usb Ports
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                YesYes
                Tweeter
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                2
                Subwoofer
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                1
                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Citroen eC3

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

                  Kia Sonet

                  • Looks better than before with a better lighting setup.
                  • Added features, borrowed from a segment above, make it one of the most loaded SUV in its segment.
                  • Most number of powertrain options in the segment, with 3 engines and 5 transmission options to choose from.
                  • One of the best all rounders in the segment.
                • Citroen eC3

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

                  Kia Sonet

                  • Borrowing powertrains and features from a segment above has made it pretty expensive.
                  • Cabin insulation could have been better.
                  • Turbo-petrol engine option, in Sport mode, feels jerky to drive in traffic.
                  • Rear seats could have had better cushioning and better space

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Kia Sonet?
                A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹12.90 Lakh & Kia Sonet price starts at ₹8 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Sonet is cheaper between these two cars.
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