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 £303 pcm
| Annual VED | £0 |
| Congestion Charge | £0 |
| Insurance Group | N/A |
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 |
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 |
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 | - |
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 |
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 |
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 |
| 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 |
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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) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate |
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| 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.
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) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| Max. Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time |
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| 100 kW | 20 % | 80 % | 26 min |
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.