Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Dzire

Citroen eC3 Price starts at Rs. 12.76 Lakh which is Rs. 5.97 Lakh costlier than base model of Maruti Dzire priced at Rs. 6.79 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Maruti Dzire (Petrol Model) is 25.71 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Maruti Dzire (Top Model) is powered by 1197 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen eC3 Shine DT vs Maruti Dzire ZXI Plus AMT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

eC3 vs Dzire

Key Highlights eC3 Shine DTDzire ZXI Plus AMT
Engine Type ... Z12E
Motor Power 41.92KW ...
Max Power 56.21bhp 80bhp@5700rpm
Range 320 km/charge ...
Top Speed 107 Km/h ...
Mileage (ARAI) ... 25.71 Kmpl
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Basic Info Citroen eC3 Shine DTMaruti Suzuki Dzire ZXI Plus AMT
Rating
51 reviews
15 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Maruti Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 10.14 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 1197 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 56.21bhp 80bhp@5700rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 5-Speed AMT
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Maruti Suzuki Dzire Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 25.71 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 185/65 R15
Boot Space 315 Liters 382 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 25,947 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 19,615 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,435 eC3 Insurance Rs. 50,073 Dzire Insurance
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Engine Type
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Z12E
Motor Power
41.92KW
...
Engine Displacement
...
1197 cc
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
...
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
...
Max Power
56.21bhp
80bhp@5700rpm
Range
320 km/charge
...
Max Torque
143Nm
111.7Nm@4300rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
...
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
5-Speed AMT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
1329 Kg
920-960 Kg
Charging Port
CCS-II
...
Charging Time (D.C)
57min
...

20-80 kmph (kickdown)
8.74 s
...
Braking (100-0 kmph)
46.70 Meters
...
Braking (80-0 kmph)
28.02 Meters
...
Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Petrol
0-60 kmph
6.8 Sec
...
Fuel Capacity
...
37 Liters
Top Speed
107 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
...
25.71 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
4.8 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Radial Tubeless

Additional Interior 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
Front Footwell Illumination,Urbane Satin Accents on Console, Door Trims,Chrome Finish - AC Vents,Chrome Finish - Inside Door Handles,Chrome Accent On Parking Brake Lever Tip And Gear Shift Knob,IP Ornament Finish(Satin Silver & Wood),Front Dome Lamp,Driver Side Sunvisor with Ticket Holder,Front Door Armrest with Fabric,Dual-Tone Sophisticated Interiors (Black & Beige),Outside Temperature Display,Multi-Information Display
Rear Seat Headrest
...
4
Digital Cluster
Full
...
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
315 Liters
382 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Chrome),Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers,Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, TESSERA Full Wheel Cover,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Sash Tape - C Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirrors(High Gloss Black),Wheel Arch Cladding,Signature LED Day Time Running Lights,Dual Tone Roof,Front Skid Plate,Rear Skid Plate,Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Optional VIBE PACK (Body Side Door Molding & Painted Insert, Painted ORVM Cover, Painted Front Fog lamp surround, Painted Rear Reflector Surround, Front Fog Lamp), Optional (Polar White/ Zesty Orange/ Platinum Grey/Cosmo Blue)
Chrome Finish - Front Grille,Chrome Finish Trunk Lid Garnish Side,Body Coloured Door Handles,Body Coloured Outside Rear View Mirrors,LED High Mount Stop Lamp,3D Trinity LED Rear Lamps Signature,Aero Boot Lip Spoiler,Belt Line Garnish Chrome
Trunk Light
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
3995*1735*1525 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
163 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3kgs),Parcel Shelf, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror,Rear Defroster,Tripmeter,Battery State Of Charge (%),Drivable Range (km),Eco/Power Drive Mode Indicator,Battery Regeneration Indicator,Front Roof Lamp
Key-fob operated Trunk opening,Gear Position Indicator,Driver Side Footrest
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Additional Entertainment Features
Citroën Connect Touchscreen,Mirror Screen,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity,MyCitroën Connect, C - BUDDY' Personal Assistant Application,Smartphone Storage - Rear Console, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel,USB Port - Front 1 + Rear 2 Fast Charger
Surround Sense Powered by Arkamys,Remote Control App for Infotainment
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
2
...
No of Speakers
4
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
...
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
...
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
...
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Adjustable Headrest
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Single Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
2
6
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Rear Doors Manual Child Lock,Seat Belt Reminder (Driver & Co-Driver Side, Thermal Management System(Natural Air Cooled)
3-Point seat belts for all Seats,Suzuki HEARTECT Body,Emergency Alerts,Breakdown Notification,Time fence,Trip Summary,Share Trip History,Area Guidance,AC Idling,Trip (Start & End),Low Fuel,Low Range,Dashboard View,Hazard Light On/Off,Headlight Off,Immobiliser Request,Battery Health,
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
...
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
4 Star
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Driver Attention Warning
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
Smartwatch App
...
Live Location
...
Over Speeding Alert
Tow Away Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen eC3
  • Easy to drive car for first-time electric car buyers
  • Super spacious cabin even for exceptionally tall passengers
Maruti Dzire
  • Cooler design
  • spacious boot
  • still great ride quality
  • 1st 5-start rated Maruti Car
  • promises great mileage.
Citroen eC3
  • Doesn’t offer exciting drive experience
  • looks the same as the petrol
  • Missing features: adjustable regenerative braking modes
  • powered mirror adjustment
  • auto AC
  • passive keyless entry
  • push-button start
Maruti Dzire
  • Engine noise and vibes can be felt at idle
  • AMT is a bit eager to shift up for efficiency and not so smooth
  • lack of headroom in the rear seats
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Which car is best between Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire?
Maruti Dzire is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire?
The Maruti Dzire is cheaper than Citroen eC3 by Rs. 3.27 Lakh.
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As per the users experiences the Citroen eC3 has better performance.

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