- Citroen has confirmed the launch of C3 Electric SUV in India
- The eC3 will be the brand's first electric vehicle India and third vehicle in brand's lineup
- Will rival with the upcoming Tata Punch EV and expected to break covers in January 2023
Recently, Citroen India announced plans to introduce the C3 hatchback's electric variant. Last week, the company released the eC3's first teaser. Although the French manufacturer hasn't provided a specific debut date for its first electric vehicle in India, we can anticipate it to happen in the first half of 2023. The upcoming Tata Punch EV, which is also expected to make its debut in 2023, will be in direct competition with the Citroen eC3.
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What Do We Know So Far?
The upcoming C3 electric test mule has repeatedly appeared online. The test mule's pictures make it clearly evident that the manufacturer won't make any major changes to the car's exterior styling. We can expect some EV specific highlights to make it different from its ICE sibling. The C3 EV is anticipated to cost less than Rs 10 lakh, making it an accessible choice.
Citroen C3 Electric - Underpinnings, Powertrain & Range Details
The global modular CMP platform from Stellantis, which is EV-ready, will be underpinning of the C3. A battery pack with a capacity of 30 kWh or more mated with a single electric motor is anticipated for the upcoming eC3 to give it a respectable range. If we talk about the power and torque, it is expected to produce 86 bhp of power and 143 Nm of peak torque. It is anticipated to have a range of 300 km or more, which would put it on par with the Tata Tiago EV and the planned Tata Punch EV. The C3 electric will likely have a shorter range version to lower the price.
Citroen C3 Electric - Features
The petrol version of the C3 comes with a number of useful features from Citroen, including a digital instrument cluster, a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, distinctive air conditioning vents, keyless entry, and others. The interior design and features of the C3's electric version ought to be identical. Additionally, the company might add a few more features to the car to make it value for money.
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Citroen C3 Electric - Safety Features
The C3 electric will have similar safety features to those seen in its ICE sibling. Dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, speed-sensing door locks, and other features are included with the C3. For improved battery and vehicle protection, the brand might add a few more safety features.
Citroen C3 Electric - Price & Launch
It's anticipated that the upcoming Citroen C3 electric will debut in January 2023. To make it a desirable product for the customers, the price is anticipated to start below Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom). The overall eC3 lineup is expected to cost between Rs. 10 to 12 lakh (ex-showroom).
Verdict: Tata Motors currently has the majority of the market for electric four-wheelers. With the introduction of the Citroen C3, potential buyers of electric four-wheelers will have additional options. The Tata Tiago EV and the anticipated Tata Punch EV will compete with the C3 Electric when it launches.
