Citroen eC3 vs Tata Curvv EV
Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Tata Curvv EV? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Range, Battery Pack, Charging speed, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen eC3 price starts at Rs 12.90 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi and Tata Curvv EV price starts at Rs 17.49 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi.
eC3 Vs Curvv EV
| Key Highlights | Citroen eC3 | Tata Curvv EV |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.14,11,148* | Rs.23,40,666* |
| Range (km) | 320 | 502 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | 55 |
| Charging Time | 57min | 40Min-70kW-(10-80%) |
Citroen eC3 vs Tata Curvv EV comparison
- Citroen eC3
- Feel (Electric) 12.90 Lakh*
- Top SellingShine (Electric) 13.26 Lakh*
- Shine DT (Electric) 13.41 Lakh*
Rs13.41 Lakh *VS - Tata Curvv EV
- Top SellingCreative 45 (Electric) 17.49 Lakh*
- Accomplished 45 (Electric) 18.49 Lakh*
- Accomplished 55 (Electric) 19.25 Lakh*
- Accomplished Plus S 45 (Electric) 19.29 Lakh*
- Accomplished Plus S 55 (Electric) 19.99 Lakh*
- Empowered Plus 55 (Electric) 21.25 Lakh*
- Empowered Plus A 55 (Electric) 21.99 Lakh*
- Empowered Plus A 55 Dark (Electric) 22.24 Lakh*
Rs22.24 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.14,11,148* | Rs.23,40,666* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.26,862/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.44,553/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.52,435 | Rs.90,426 |
| User Rating | Based on 86 Reviews | Based on 132 Reviews |
| Brochure | ||
| 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 | ₹1.10/km |
Engine & Transmission
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Charging Time | - | 40Min-70kW-(10-80%) |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | 55 |
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | ZEV | ZEV |
| Top Speed (kmph) | 107 | 160 |
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 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 | 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 | 4310 |
| 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 | 1810 |
| 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 | 1637 |
| 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. ✕ | - | 186 |
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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 |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Front Air Vents | ||
| Steering Wheel | ||
| DashBoard | ||
| 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 |
| Additional Features | Interior Environment - Single Tone Black,Seat Upholstry - Fabric (Bloster/Insert)(RUBIC/HEXALIGHT),Front & Rear Integrated Headrest,AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Grey / Anodized Orange),Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Steering wheel, High Gloss Black - AC Vents surround (Side), eToggle surround,Driver Seat - Manual Height Adjustable | Smart Digital Shifter, Smart Digital Steering Wheel, Navigation in Cockpit - Driver View Maps, Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel, Multi Mood Ambient Lighting, AQI Display, Auto Diing IRVM, 2 Stage Rear Seat Recline |
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Exterior
| Rear Right Side | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Taillight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Cosmo Blue Platinum Grey With Polar White Steel Grey With Platinum Grey Polar White With Platinum Grey +6 MoreeC3 Colours | Virtual Sunrise Flame Red Pristine White Pure Grey Empowered Oxide Curvv EV 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 |
| 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 |
| No. of Airbags | 2 | 6 |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Speed Assist System | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Inbuilt Assistant | - | Yes |
| Hinglish Voice Commands | - | Yes |
| Navigation With Live Traffic | - | 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 |
| Wifi Connectivity The car can connect to Wi-Fi networks for internet access. Helps in navigation, music, sending SOS alerts, vehicle tracking etc.✕ | - | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Citroen eC3
- Easy to drive for first-time car buyers
- Spacious and practical cabin
- Best driving range in its segment
Tata Curvv EV
- SUV-Coupe design looks unique grabs a lot of attention.
- The boot is massive and well shaped and has best-in-class space of 500 litres.
- Best-in-class infotainment touchscreen and driver's display.
Citroen eC3
- Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
- Huge premium over the standard C3
Tata Curvv EV
- Cramped rear seat.
- Interior fit and finish could have been better.
- Front seat practicality is compromised.
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