Comparing the Kia Carens and the Citroen eC3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Carens is available at ₹1,364,000, while the Citroen eC3 is priced at ₹1,136,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Citroen eC3's N/A (Electric), producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 56 bhp 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 | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 56 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
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 | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1570 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1210 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1570 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Polar WhiteCosmo BluePerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
