Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Should you buy Citroen eC3 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 eC3 price starts at Rs 12.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Feel (Electric) and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara price starts Rs 10.77 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol).

eC3 Vs Suzuki Grand Vitara

Key Highlights	Citroen eC3	Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
On Road Price	Rs.14,07,148^*	Rs.22,28,297^*
Range (km)	320	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	-
Charging Time	57min	-

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Citroen eC3
Rs13.41 Lakh^*
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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Rs19.72 Lakh^*
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Citroen eC3
Shine DT
13.41 Lakh^*
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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT
19.72 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine DT	Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.14,07,148^*	Rs.22,28,297^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.27,573/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.43,471/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.52,435	Rs.73,446
User Rating	4.2 Based on 88 Reviews	4.5 Based on 629 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.5,130
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹257/km	-

Basic Information

Shine DT

Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.14,07,148^*

Rs.22,28,297^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.27,573/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.43,471/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.52,435

Rs.73,446

User Rating

4.2

Based on 88 Reviews

4.5

Based on 629 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,130

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹257/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)	56.21bhp	114bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	143Nm	141Nm@0-3995rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
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	E-CVT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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

M15D With Strong Hybrid

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

1490

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

33 Cylinder Cars

Battery Capacity (kWh)

29.2

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
Top Speed (kmph)	107	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	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	-
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)	46.70	-
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	215/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless
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	17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	15	17
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Tilt & Telescopic

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	1755
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	315	-
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	Yes
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
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
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	-
Additional Features	Parcel Shelf	Sunglass Holder
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Trunk Light

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Glove Box	-	Yes
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Digital Cluster	Full	Full
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	7
Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
Available Colours	Platinum GreySteel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum Grey With Polar WhiteSteel Grey With Platinum GreyPolar White With Platinum GreyPolar White With Cosmo BluePolar WhiteSteel GreySteel Grey With Polar WhiteCosmo Blue+6 MoreeC3 Colours	Arctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofChestnut BrownSplendid Silver With Black RoofGrandeur 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
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	No	-
Chrome Garnish	Yes	-
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	-	Yes
LED Taillights	-	Yes
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	215/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless
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 Platinum Grey+6 MoreeC3 Colours

Arctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofChestnut BrownSplendid Silver With Black Roof+5 MoreGrand Vitara Colours

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

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	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
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	No
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	0	-
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	1	-
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	No	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Send POI to Vehicle From App

E-Call & I-Call

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.23	9
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	-
Additional Features	MYCITROËN CONNECT APP WITH 35 SMART FEATURES, Bluetooth Connectivity Mirror Screen (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay ), Wireless Smartphone Connectivity	SmartPlay Pro+, Arkamys Sound Tuning, Premium Sound System
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	-	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Citroen eC3
- 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 eC3
- 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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