Citroen e-C3 X vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Should you buy Citroen e-C3 X or Maruti Suzuki Jimny? 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 Jimny price starts Rs 12.39 Lakh ex-showroom for Zeta (Petrol).

e-C3 X Vs Suzuki Jimny

Key Highlights	Citroen e-C3 X	Maruti Suzuki Jimny
On Road Price	Rs.13,91,487^*	Rs.16,78,027^*
Range (km)	325	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	-
Charging Time	57 Min- (10%-80%)	-

Citroen e-C3 X
Shine
13.26 Lakh^*
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Alpha Dual Tone AT
14.52 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Shine	Alpha Dual Tone AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.13,91,487^*	Rs.16,78,027^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.27,239/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.32,828/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.51,924	Rs.66,196
User Rating	4.2 Based on 88 Reviews	4.5 Based on 410 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹0.90/km	-

Basic Information

Variant

Shine

Alpha Dual Tone AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.13,91,487^*

Rs.16,78,027^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.27,239/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.32,828/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.51,924

Rs.66,196

User Rating

4.2

Based on 88 Reviews

4.5

Based on 410 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹0.90/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Not applicable	K15B
Displacement (cc)	Not applicable	1462
No. of Cylinders	Not applicable	44 Cylinder Cars
Battery Capacity (kWh)	29.2	Not applicable
Motor Type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor	Not applicable
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	56.22bhp	103bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	143Nm	134.2Nm@4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
Fuel Supply System	Not applicable	Multipoint Injection
Range (km)	325 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	4-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	4WD
Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)	10hrs 30mins (10%-100%)	Not applicable

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Not applicable

K15B

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

1462

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

44 Cylinder Cars

Battery Capacity (kWh)

29.2

Not applicable

Motor Type

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

Not applicable

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

56.22bhp

103bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

143Nm

134.2Nm@4000rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Not applicable

Fuel Supply System

Not applicable

Multipoint Injection

Range (km)

325 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

4-Speed

Drive Type

FWD

4WD

Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)

10hrs 30mins (10%-100%)

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	16.39
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	40
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	107	155

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	Multi-link, Solid Axle
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Multi-link, Solid Axle
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.98	5.7
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	107	155
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	195/80 R15
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	16.36	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3981	3985
Width (mm)	1733	1645
Height (mm)	1604	1720
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	210
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	2590
Front Tread (mm)	-	1395
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1405
Kerb Weight (kg)	1329	1205
Grossweight (kg)	1716	1545
Approach Angle	-	36°
Break Over Angle	-	24°
Departure Angle	-	46°
Seating Capacity	5	4
Boot Space (Litres)	315	211

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	-
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	-
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Drive Mode Types	STANDARD \| ECO	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Height only
KeyLess Entry	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	-

Comfort & Convenience

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

Interior

Exterior
Available Colours	Platinum GreyPolar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo Bluee-C3 X Colours	Pearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red/ Bluish Black RoofGranite GreyBluish BlackSizzling RedNexa BlueKinetic Yellow/Bluish Black Roof+2 MoreJimny Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Headlamp Washers	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	No	No
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	-
Antenna	Roof	-
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered,Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	195/80 R15
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes

Safety

Advance Internet
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	-

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	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	4
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
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 Jimny
- Attention grabber: Quirky styling, upright SUV stance, compact dimensions and bright exterior hues.
- Spacious enough for four adults.
- Ride comfort: Despite being a capable off-roader, offers good ride comfort in the city.
- Easy to drive: lightweight and amateur-friendly off-roader makes off-roading easy for amateurs.
- Boot space: Usable enough for airport runs, even with all the rows up.

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 Jimny
- Cabin Practicality: Lacks basics like bottle holders in the doors and no seat back pockets.
- Engine performance: Adequate for the city, but feels underwhelming on a highway, especially with a full load.

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