Citroen e-C3 X vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Should you buy Citroen e-C3 X or Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara? 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 e-C3 X price starts at Rs 12.09 Lakh ex-showroom for Live (Electric) and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara price starts Rs 10.77 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol).

e-C3 X Vs Suzuki Grand Vitara

Key Highlights	Citroen e-C3 X	Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
On Road Price	Rs.14,06,527^*	Rs.22,85,242^*
Range (km)	330	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	-
Charging Time	57 Min- (10%-80%)	-

Citroen e-C3 X
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13.36 Lakh^*
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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT
19.77 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Shine	Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.14,06,527^*	Rs.22,85,242^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.27,521/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.44,502/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.52,264	Rs.85,528
User Rating	4.2 Based on 88 Reviews	4.5 Based on 649 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.5,130
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹0.88/km	-

Basic Information

Variant

Shine

Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.14,06,527^*

Rs.22,85,242^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.27,521/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.44,502/month

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Insurance

Rs.52,264

Rs.85,528

User Rating

4.2

Based on 88 Reviews

4.5

Based on 649 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,130

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹0.88/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Not applicable	M15D With Strong Hybrid
Displacement (cc)	Not applicable	1490
No. of Cylinders	Not applicable	33 Cylinder Cars
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	Not applicable
Motor Type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor	Not applicable
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	56.22bhp	114bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	143Nm	141Nm@0-3995rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
Range (km)	330 km	Not applicable
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion	Not applicable
Charging Time (D.C)	57 Min- (10%-80%)	Not applicable
Charging Port	CCS-II	Not applicable
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	1-Speed	E-CVT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)	10hrs 30mins (10%-100%)	Not applicable

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Not applicable

M15D With Strong Hybrid

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

1490

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

33 Cylinder Cars

Battery Capacity (kWh)

29.2

Not applicable

Motor Type

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

Not applicable

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

56.22bhp

114bhp

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

143Nm

141Nm@0-3995rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Not applicable

Range (km)

330 km

Not applicable

Battery Type

Lithium-Ion

Not applicable

Charging Time (D.C)

57 Min- (10%-80%)

Not applicable

Charging Port

CCS-II

Not applicable

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

1-Speed

E-CVT

Drive Type

FWD

Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)

10hrs 30mins (10%-100%)

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	25.45
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	21.97
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	27.97
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	45
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.98	5.4
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	107	-
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	215/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	17
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	16.36	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3981	4345
Width (mm)	1733	1795
Height (mm)	1604	1645
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	210
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	2600
Kerb Weight (kg)	1329	1270-1285
Grossweight (kg)	1716	1745
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	315	-

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	-	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Additional Features	- more	Sunglass Holder more
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	3
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Drive Mode Types	STANDARD \| ECO	ECO \| Normal \|Power
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
Digital Cluster	Yes	Full
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	7	7
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette

Interior

Exterior
Available Colours	Galaxy BluePolar WhitePerla Nera Blacke-C3 X Colours	Arctic WhiteOpulent RedSplendid Silver With Black RoofChestnut BrownOpulent Red With BlackGrandeur GreyArctic White Black RoofMidnight BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+5 MoreGrand Vitara Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	No	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	-	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	-
Antenna	Roof	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	215/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	17

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Traction Control	-	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
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	-	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	No
Hill Assist	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes

Safety

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	-	Yes

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.23	9
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	-
Additional Features	- more	SmartPlay Pro+, Arkamys Sound Tuning, Premium Sound System more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	-	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Citroen e-C3 X
- Easy to drive: Does not require a learning curve for first-time EV buyers
- Spacious and practical cabin: Good space for four 6-footers and plenty storage options
- Good range: Enough for city driving and some small trips
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Premium looks: LED headlights, LED DRLs, upright SUV stance, connected tail lamps and 17-inch alloy wheels.
- Good creature comforts with features like ventilated seats, 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, and rear sun shades.
- Multiple powertrain options: mild-hybrid, strong-hybrid, CNG, manual and automatic transmission options and all-wheel drive.
- Super efficient: Hybrid powertrain returns more than 20kmpl in the real-world.
- Ride comfort: Excellent ride quality on all kinds of surfaces.

Citroen e-C3 X
- Limited performance: Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Misses features: Does not get auto AC and push button start
- Hefty price: Huge premium over the standard C3
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Misses out on diesel engine offered in rivals like Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.
- Boot space: Compromised boot in the hybrid variants can only accommodate medium-sized suitcases and smaller bags.

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