Comparing the Citroen eC3 and the BMW M5 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 M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Citroen eC3 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 56 bhp and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 29.2 kWh LFP Battery | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | — | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 8 |
| Power | 56 bhp | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 29.2 kWh | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | AC: ~11 hours (3.3 kW) / DC: Not Available | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | 320 km - ARAI | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1210 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1570 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active 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 Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM + 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 | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
