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 11.99 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.13,91,487* | Rs.22,74,708* |
| Range (km) | 325 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 57 Min- (10%-80%) | - |
Citroen e-C3 X vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comparison
- Citroen e-C3 X
- Live (Electric) 11.99 Lakh*
- Live (O) (Electric) 12.35 Lakh*
- Top SellingShine (Electric) 13.26 Lakh*
Rs13.26 Lakh *VS - Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Alpha (Petrol) 15.20 Lakh*
- Alpha AT (Petrol) 16.55 Lakh*
- Alpha AT DT (Petrol) 16.70 Lakh*
- Alpha AWD AT (Petrol) 18 Lakh*
- Alpha AWD AT DT (Petrol) 18.15 Lakh*
- Alpha AWD Opt AT (Petrol) 18.58 Lakh*
- Alpha AWD Opt AT DT (Petrol) 18.73 Lakh*
- Alpha DT (Petrol) 15.35 Lakh*
- Alpha Opt (Petrol) 15.39 Lakh*
- Alpha Opt AT (Petrol) 16.74 Lakh*
- Alpha Opt AT DT (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- Alpha Opt DT (Petrol) 15.54 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 19.50 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT DT (Petrol) 19.66 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 19.57 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT (Petrol) 19.72 Lakh*
- Delta (Petrol) 12.10 Lakh*
- Delta AT (Petrol) 13.45 Lakh*
- Delta Plus Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 16.63 Lakh*
- Top SellingSigma (Petrol) 10.77 Lakh*
- Zeta (Petrol) 13.70 Lakh*
- Zeta AT (Petrol) 15.05 Lakh*
- Zeta AT DT (Petrol) 15.20 Lakh*
- Zeta DT (Petrol) 13.85 Lakh*
- Zeta Opt (Petrol) 13.89 Lakh*
- Zeta Opt AT (Petrol) 15.24 Lakh*
- Zeta Opt AT DT (Petrol) 15.39 Lakh*
- Zeta Opt DT (Petrol) 14.04 Lakh*
- Zeta Plus Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 17.92 Lakh*
- Zeta Plus Hybrid CVT DT (Petrol) 18.07 Lakh*
- Zeta Plus Opt Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 18.50 Lakh*
- Zeta Plus Opt Hybrid CVT DT (Petrol) 18.66 Lakh*
- Top SellingDelta CNG (CNG) 13 Lakh*
- Zeta CNG (CNG) 14.60 Lakh*
- Zeta CNG DT (CNG) 14.75 Lakh*
Rs19.72 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.13,91,487* | Rs.22,74,708* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.27,239/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.44,296/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.51,924 | Rs.85,344 |
| User Rating | Based on 88 Reviews | Based on 641 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.5,130 |
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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. ✕ | ₹0.90/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 | M15D With Strong Hybrid |
| 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 | 1490 |
| 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 | 33 Cylinder Cars |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | 25.45 |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | - | 21.97 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 27.97 |
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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 suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| 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 | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 3981 | 4345 |
| 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 | 1795 |
| 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 | 1645 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 210 |
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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 |
| 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. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Headrest Unlike fixed headrests, these can be moved up or down to offer the ideal resting position for the occupant's head. ✕ | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Interior Lighting | - | Ambient light |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Platinum Grey Polar White Steel Grey Cosmo Blue e-C3 X Colours | Arctic White Opulent Red Splendid Silver With Black Roof Chestnut Brown Opulent Red With Black +5 MoreGrand Vitara Colours |
| Body Type | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | 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 |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | - | 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 |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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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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