Citroen has recently launched the eC3X in India. This affordable electric hybrid rivals one of the country’s best-selling EVs, the Tata Punch EV. Let’s take a closer look at how the two electric cars stack up on paper in terms of prices, models, power, features and more.
Citroen eC3X vs Tata Punch EV. Battery pack and color
The Citroen eC3X continues with a 29.2 kWh battery paired with a front electric motor that produces 57 PS and 143 Nm of torque. The company claims that it can drive up to 320 km at full cost, while the top speed is set at 107 km/h. The Tata Punch EV offers two battery options. The small 30 kWh battery has a range of 375 km, while the large 40 kWh battery provides up to 468 km on a full charge. The long version also produces more power, output rises to 127 hp and the smaller version produces 87 hp and 154 Nm of torque.
Citroen eC3X vs Tata Punch EV. Characteristics and technology:
The cabin of the eC3 X has been significantly updated with a new Electric Blue-themed dashboard with leather trim, and white leather seats with blue accents. It also gets a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charger, connected car technology with more than 40 features, and automatic folding electric ORVMs. The Punch EV, especially in the premium trim, comes with features such as digital displays (10.25-inch each on the instrument panel and infotainment system), ventilated front seats, wireless smartphone connectivity, connected car technology, a sunroof and a 360-degree camera.
Citroen eC3X vs Tata Punch EV. Compare prices:
The Citroen eC3X is priced from Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom), while buyers can also opt for a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) scheme that reduces the cost of the vehicle significantly, starting at Rs 6.89 lakh plus Rs 2.26 per km for battery registration.The Tata Punch EV starts at Rs 9.69 lakh (ex-showroom), making it an affordable entry point between the two lines. Tata also offers a BaaS program on the Punch EV, starting at Rs 6.49 lakh including battery EMI of Rs 2.6 per km.
