Comparing the Citroen eC3 and the BMW M340i side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen eC3 is available at ₹1,136,000, while the BMW M340i is priced at ₹8,499,000. On the engine front, the Citroen eC3 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW M340i's 2998 cc, producing 56 bhp and 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 29.2 kWh LFP Battery | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 6 |
| Power | 56 bhp | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 29.2 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | AC: ~11 hours (3.3 kW) / DC: Not Available | — |
| Range | 320 km - ARAI | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2235 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1210 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1570 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M-specific ABS |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M compound brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BluePerla Nera Black | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
