Citroen e-C3

Available since July 2024

£21,990Price from

44.0 kWhUseable Battery

160 mi *Real Range

275 Wh/mi *Efficiency

Price from £21,990

Availability Available to order
Available to order since July 2024
Available to order until -

Lease (BCH) from £340 pcm

Annual VED £195
Congestion Charge £0
Insurance Group N/A
Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. Contract hire estimate by e-car lease t/a CarLease (UK) Ltd who are a credit broker not a lender. Offer based on a business contract hire usership agreement, 6+35 profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package and subject to VAT. Prices subject to terms and conditions.

Real Range Estimation between 110 - 245 mi

City - Cold Weather * 160 mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 110 mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 135 mi
City - Mild Weather * 245 mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 145 mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 185 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
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Long Distance Suitability
1.5 / 5

First Leg Distance 114 mi
Charging Stop 0mi
Second Leg Distance 55 mi
Total Distance 169 mi
First Leg Duration 1h 40min
Charging Stop 15 min
Second Leg Duration 48min
Total Duration 2h 43min
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The 'long distance suitability' is a 5-star rating that indicates how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. The rating is based on the 1-Stop Range: the total distance a vehicle can cover with one charging stop of 15 minutes.

Battery

Nominal Capacity * 45.0 kWh
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Number of Cells No Data
Architecture 400 V
Warranty Period No Data
Warranty Mileage No Data
Useable Capacity 44.0 kWh
Cathode Material LFP
Pack Configuration No Data
Nominal Voltage No Data
Form Factor No Data
Name / Reference No Data

Charging

Home / Destination

Charge Port Type 2
Port Location Left Side - Rear
Charge Power 7.4 kW AC
Charge Time (0->160 mi) 7 hours
Charge Speed 23 mph

Rapid Charging

Charge Port CCS
Port Location Left Side - Rear
Charge Power (max) 100 kW DC
Charge Power (10-80%) 60 kW DC
Charge Time (16->128 mi) 32 min
Charge Speed 210 mph
Autocharge Supported Yes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge Supported No
Supported Protocol -

Battery Preconditioning

Preconditioning Possible No
Automatically using Navigation No
Click here for all charging information
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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph 11.5 sec
Top Speed 84 mph
Electric Range * 160 mi
Total Power 83 kW (111 hp)
Total Torque 89 lb-ft
Drive Front

Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L Supported No
Max. Output Power -
Exterior Outlet(s) -
Interior Outlet(s) -

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2H via DC Supported No
Max. Output Power -

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2G via DC Supported No
Max. Output Power -

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range * 160 mi
Vehicle Consumption * 275 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * 147 mpg

WLTP Ratings

Range 203 mi
Rated Consumption 264 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 217 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 153 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 186 mpg
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.

Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 180 - 400 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather * 275 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 400 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 326 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather * 180 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 303 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 238 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.
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Dimensions and Weight

Length 4015 mm
Width 1755 mm
Width with mirrors 1813 mm
Height 1577 mm
Wheelbase 2540 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) 1491 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 1910 kg
Max. Payload 494 kg
Cargo Volume 310 L
Cargo Volume Max 1200 L
Cargo Volume Frunk No Data
Roof Load 75 kg
Tow Hitch Possible Yes
Towing Weight Unbraked 550 kg
Towing Weight Braked 550 kg
Vertical Load Max 61 kg

Miscellaneous

Seats 5 people
Isofix Yes, 2 seats
Turning Circle 10.3 m
Platform STLA SMARTCAR
EV Dedicated Platform No
Car Body Hatchback
Segment B - Compact
Roof Rails Yes
Heat pump (HP) No
HP Standard Equipment -

Company Car Tax Indication

Financial Year 2024-25

BIK Tax Rate 2%
P11D Value from £21,935
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £439
BIK @ 20% £7 pcm
BIK @ 40% £15 pcm
BIK @ 45% £16 pcm

Financial Year 2025-26

BIK Tax Rate 3%
P11D Value from £21,935
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £658
BIK @ 20% £11 pcm
BIK @ 40% £22 pcm
BIK @ 45% £25 pcm

Financial Year 2026-27

BIK Tax Rate 4%
P11D Value from £21,935
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £877
BIK @ 20% £15 pcm
BIK @ 40% £29 pcm
BIK @ 45% £33 pcm
Go to the e-C3 on the official Citroen website.
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

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Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.

Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)

Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Citroen e-C3. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.

Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point Max. Power Power Time Rate
Standard 7.4 kW On-Board Charger
Wall Plug (2.3 kW) 230V / 1x10A 2.3 kW 22h30m 7 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW 14 hours 11 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW 7 hours 23 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW † 14 hours 11 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW † 7 hours 23 mph
Optional 11.0kW On-Board Charger
Wall Plug (2.3 kW) 230V / 1x10A 2.3 kW 22h30m 7 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW 14 hours 11 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW 7 hours 23 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 4h45m 34 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW † 4h45m 34 mph

† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.

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Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)

Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the Citroen e-C3.

  • Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
  • Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
  • Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
  • Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)
Charging Point Max. Power Avg. Power Time Rate
CCS (50 kW DC) 50 kW 40 kW † 49 min 130 mph
CCS (100 kW DC) 100 kW 60 kW † 32 min 210 mph
CCS (150 kW DC) 100 kW † 60 kW † 32 min 210 mph
This vehicle supports Autocharge
This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge

† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle

Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.

Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.

Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.

Citroen Claimed Specifications

The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the Citroen e-C3. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.

  • Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
  • Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
  • Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
  • Time: time needed for charging session
Citroen Claimed Specifications
Max. Power Charge From Charge To Time
100 kW 20 % 80 % 26 min

Long Distance Suitability

How suitable an electric car is for long trips depends not only on the range. How quickly the car can charge plays an almost equally important role. Whether an EV is suitable for long trips depends on the battery capacity, efficiency, and fast charging capability.

To easily compare cars among each other, a benchmark has been established that combines these factors into the total distance a vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop: the '1-Stop Range'. Based on the 1-Stop Range, the 5-star rating is determined. The result of the benchmark is shown in the graph below.

1-Stop Range

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5-Star Rating

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Revision of Rating

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Citroen e-C3
1.5 / 5

0
1
2
3
4
5
132 mi
1h 56min
15 min
63 mi
56min
114 mi
1h 40min
15 min
55 mi
48min
169 mi (2h 43min)
101 mi
1h 29min
15 min
48 mi
43min
149 mi (2h 27min)
0 mi
100
200
300
400
Mild Weather
195 mi 1-Stop Range
Average Conditions
169 mi 1-Stop Range
Cold Weather
149 mi 1-Stop Range

All about the Citroen e-C3

Pricing

The Citroen e-C3 has an On The Road Price (OTR) of £21,990. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Drivetrain and Performance

The Citroen e-C3 is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the Citroen e-C3 is 83 kW (111 hp). The maximum torque is 89 lb-ft. The Citroen e-C3 is front wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 11.5 seconds. The top speed is 84 mph.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the Citroen e-C3 has an estimated total capacity of 45 kWh. The usable capacity is 44 kWh. An estimated range of about 160 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.

For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 110 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 245 mi.

Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 7.4 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 7 hours. An optional on-board charger with a maximum power of 11.0 kW is available. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 4 hours 45 minutes. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 22 hours 30 minutes.

Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 100 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 60 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 35 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 110 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the Citroen e-C3 is about 275 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 147 mpg in a traditional petrol car.

The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 400 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 180 Wh per mile.

CO2 Emission

The Citroen e-C3 emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.

More information from Citroen

The link below will open the page of the e-C3 on the official Citroen site.

Go to the e-C3 on the official Citroen website.

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