Citroen eC3 vs Mahindra XUV300
Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Mahindra XUV300? 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 11.61 Lakh ex-showroom for Live (Electric) and Mahindra XUV300 price starts Rs 7.99 Lakh ex-showroom for W2 (Petrol).
eC3 Vs XUV300
| Key Highlights | Citroen eC3 | Mahindra XUV300 |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.17,41,749* |
| Range (km) | 320 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 57min | - |
Citroen eC3 vs Mahindra XUV300 comparison
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- Mahindra XUV300
- W4 Diesel (Diesel) 10.21 Lakh*
- W6 Diesel (Diesel) 11 Lakh*
- W6 AMT Diesel (Diesel) 12.30 Lakh*
- W8 Diesel (Diesel) 13 Lakh*
- W8 DT Diesel (Diesel) 13.15 Lakh*
- W8 Opt Diesel (Diesel) 13.92 Lakh*
- W8 Opt DT Diesel (Diesel) 14.07 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT Diesel (Diesel) 14.61 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT DT Diesel (Diesel) 14.76 Lakh*
- W2 (Petrol) 7.99 Lakh*
- W4 (Petrol) 8.66 Lakh*
- W4 Turbo (Petrol) 9.31 Lakh*
- W6 (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- W6 Turbo (Petrol) 10.51 Lakh*
- W6 AMT (Petrol) 10.71 Lakh*
- W8 (Petrol) 11.51 Lakh*
- W8 DT (Petrol) 11.65 Lakh*
- W8 Turbo (Petrol) 12.01 Lakh*
- W8 Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.16 Lakh*
- W8 Opt (Petrol) 12.61 Lakh*
- W8 Opt DT (Petrol) 12.76 Lakh*
- W8 Opt Turbo (Petrol) 13.01 Lakh*
- W8 Opt Turbo DT (Petrol) 13.15 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT (Petrol) 13.30 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT DT (Petrol) 13.46 Lakh*
Rs14.76 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.14,07,148* | Rs.17,41,749* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.26,777/month | Rs.33,156/month |
| Insurance | Rs.52,435 eC3 Insurance | Rs.67,057 XUV300 Insurance |
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| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge.✕ | ₹ 257/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | Not applicable | CRDi |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | Not applicable | 1497 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | Not applicable | 4 4 Cylinder Cars |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | 20 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 19.7 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 42 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Anti-roll Bar |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring | Twist Beam Suspension with Coil Spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | - |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 3981 | 3995 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1733 | 1821 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1604 | 1627 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2540 | 2600 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | - | 2 Zone |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Zesty Orange Zesty Orange With Platinum Grey Polar White With Zesty Orange Zesty Orange With Polar White Platinum Grey Steel Gray With Platinum Grey Platinum Gray With Poler White Polar White With Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Zesty Orange Polar White +3 MoreeC3 Colors | Everest White Everest White Dualtone Aquamarine D'sat Silver Red Rage Dark Grey Blazing Bronze Blazing Bronze Dual Tone Napoli Black Dual Tone Napoli Black XUV300 Colors |
| Body Type | Hatchback All Hatchback Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Power-adjustable exterior rear view mirror is a type of outside rear view mirror that can be adjusted electrically by the driver using a switch or buttons.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti Lock Braking System A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.✕ | - | Yes |
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ADAS
| Adaptive High Beam Assist | - | Yes |
Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes |
| Navigation With Live Traffic | - | Yes |
| Send POI to Vehicle From App | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Rear Sound system speakers located at the back of the car. Usually found in the rear door panels or in the boot.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Easy to drive for first-time car buyers
- Spacious and practical cabin
- Best driving range in its segment
- Comfortable even over bad roads.
- Feels premium because of class-leading safety and convenience features.
- Stable and fun to drive because of steering and good grip.
- Overtaking on highways easy, thanks to punchy diesel engine.
Citroen eC3
Mahindra XUV300
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
- Premium experience let down by quality issues like poorly fitting panels, mushy switches and flimsy stalks.
- Small boot will be a hassle if it’s the only car in the family.
- Cramped footwell, no space for dead pedal for driver
- Not the most spacious or comfortable backseat in the class
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Mahindra XUV300
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