Citroen eC3 vs Kia Carens Clavis EV
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 22 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | Citroen eC3 | Kia Carens Clavis EV |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | Shine 29.2 kWh | HTX ER 51.4 kWh 7 STR |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13.36 Lakh | ₹22.54 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 320 km | 490 km |
| Real-world range | 250 km | 382 km |
| Battery capacity | 29.2 kWh | 51.4 kWh |
| Motor power | 41.76 kW | 126.02 kW |
| DC fast charge | 57m | 39m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats |
What the numbers say
- Citroen eC3 has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹13.36 Lakh.
- Kia Carens Clavis EV has the highest displayed claimed range at 490 km.
- Kia Carens Clavis EV has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 39m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
Kia Carens Clavis EV
490 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
Citroen eC3
₹13.36 Lakh for 320 km
Best Performance
Winner
Kia Carens Clavis EV
126.02 kW motor
Best for City
Winner
Citroen eC3
11.0 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Kia Carens Clavis EV
0-80% in 39 min
Most Spacious
Winner
Citroen eC3
315L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹13.36 Lakh | ₹22.54 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 20 Feb 2023 | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 320 km | 490 km Best |
| Real World Range | 250 km | 382 km Best |
| Battery Capacity | 29.2 kWh | 51.4 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 11.0 km/kWh Best | 9.5 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 57m | 39m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 11 hrs | 5 hrs Best |
| Motor Power | 41.76 kW | 126.02 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 107 km/h | 170 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | - | - |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats Best |
| Boot Space | 315 L | - |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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