Citroen eC3 vs Renault KWID

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Basic Info Citroen eC3 Shine DTRenault KWID CLIMBER DT AMT
Rating
52 reviews
305 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 6.44 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 999 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 56.21bhp 67.06bhp@5500rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 5-Speed AMT
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen eC3 Colors
Renault KWID Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 22.3 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 165/70
Boot Space 315 Liters 279 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 25,947 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 12,468 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 10,626 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 52,435 eC3 Insurance Rs. 30,487 KWID Insurance
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Engine Type
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1.0 SCe
Motor Power
41.92KW
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Engine Displacement
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999 cc
Battery Capacity
29.2 kWh
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Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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Max Power
56.21bhp
67.06bhp@5500rpm
Range
320 km/charge
...
Max Torque
143Nm
91Nm@4250rpm
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
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Charging Port
CCS-II
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Charging Time (D.C)
57min
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20-80 kmph (kickdown)
8.74 s
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Braking (100-0 kmph)
46.70 Meters
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Braking (80-0 kmph)
28.02 Meters
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Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Petrol
0-60 kmph
6.8 Sec
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Fuel Capacity
...
28 Liters
Top Speed
107 Km/h
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Mileage (ARAI)
...
22.3 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
...
16 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
17 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
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Tyre Size
195/65 R15
165/70
Wheel Size
14
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
"fabric upholstery(metal mustard & white stripped embossing),stylised shiny black gear knob(white embellisher & white stiched bellow), centre fascia(piano black),multimedia surround(white),chrome inserts on HVAC control panel and air vents,AMT dial surround(white),front door panel with white accent, chrome parking brake button, chrome inner door handles,LED digital instrument cluster"
Digital Cluster
Full
Sami
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
279 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)
"stylish graphite grille(chrome inserts),body colour bumpers, integrated roof spoiler, wheel arch claddings,stylised door decals,door protcetion cladding,silver streak LED DRLs,LED tail lamps with LED light guides,B-pillar applique,arching roof rails with white inserts,SUV-styled front & rear skid plates with white inserts,Climber 2D insignia on C-pillar - dual tone,headlamp protectors with white accents,dual tone body colour options,wheel cover(dual tone flex wheels)"
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
3731*1579*1490 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
184 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
"intermittent front wiper & auto wiping while washing,rear seats - foldable backrest,sunvisor,lane change indicator,rear parcel shelf,rear grab handles,pollen filter,cabin light with theatre dimming,12V power socket(front & rear)"
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
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
push-to-talk, video playback (via USB), roof mic, white multimedia surround, dual tone option - mystery black roof with ice cool white body colour
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
...
Drive Modes
2
...
No of Speakers
4
2
AC
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
...
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
...
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
...
Adjustable Headrest
...
Seat Belt Warning
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
...
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
...

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
2
2
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
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)
traffic assistance mode,rear seat belt reminder,front seat belts with load limiter,pedestrian protection,driver & passenger seat belt reminder,rear door child lock
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
3
3

Over Speeding Alert
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
Renault KWID
  • Funky and muscular styling is attractive. Long features list makes it a great VFM proposition. Compact dimensions and light controls make it easy to drive in the city. New safety features. Single 1.0-litre engine option is BSVI Phase-2 compliant.
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
Renault KWID
  • Engines lack punch especially out on the highway. AMT is sluggish
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which car is better between Renault KWID and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?
  • Renault Kwid is a strong car. It is funky and muscular looking and comes with a decent amount of features. On the other hand, Going over speed breakers or potholes, you’ll find that the Nios never once breaks its composure, if the family man wants to feel like a young boy again and escape the monotony of city commutes, the Nios Turbo is the perfect tool for that. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you `to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which car to choose, KWID, Santro or Wagon R?
  • All the three cars are good in their forte. The Kwid is a great first car, looks great and sports some nice features but the driving experience isn't the best. Whereas, Hyundai Santro has a smooth engine, easy-to-drive, well-equipped top-end variant, interior quality from a class-above. On the other hand, the Wagon R continues to be a sensible practical hatchback. It’s now stronger, more feature-loaded, more powerful and safer. Importantly, the prices have not gone up substantially. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. What is the difference between kwid RXL and RXT
  • The RXT variant is available with more features in comparison to the RXL variant. The RXT variant is equipped with Single DIN Stereo with Radio AM/FM, MP3, Media NAV, Roof Mic, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Pollen filter, HVAC control function - 4 speed

Citroen eC3 Vs Renault KWID FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen eC3 vs Renault KWID?
As per the users experiences Citroen eC3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, safety and features in your car. But Renault KWID is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance.
Which car is cheaper Citroen eC3 vs Renault KWID?
The Renault KWID is cheaper than Citroen eC3 by Rs. 6.96 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen eC3 vs Renault KWID?
As per the users experiences the Citroen eC3 has better performance.

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