Citroen e-C3 2024

Starting price: €23,300

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Ownership summary

Verdict:

Citroen e-C3 2024 makes the most sense as a FWD electric hatchback built around compact daily use rather than frequent highway travel. For ownership planning, the key range numbers are not only 326 km official, but also about 242 km mixed and 194 km in cold highway driving.

In daily use, home charging takes about 6 h 45 min from 0-100%; on trips, the 10-80% DC estimate is about 31 min (est.), which should make highway stops manageable. The practical side is documented with 5 seats and 310-1200 L cargo. The main caveat is that real-world planning should use the BEVDB mixed estimate rather than the official WLTP figure. Range confidence is high, while specs completeness is partial.

Best fit
City drivingShort commuteHome chargingFamily use

Main caveatReal-world planning should use the BEVDB mixed estimate rather than the official WLTP figure.

Range reality

Official WLTP range
326 km
BEVDB mixed estimate
242 km
Cold highway estimate
194 km
Official vs BEVDB gap
-84 km / -26%

Charging reality

Home charging
0-100% 6 h 45 min
Fast charging
10-80% 31 min (est.)
10-80% range added
171 km Based on BEVDB combined consumption

Practical ownership

Seats
5
Cargo
310-1200 L
Battery warranty
No Data

Data quality

Range confidence
High
Specs completeness
Partial
Estimate basis
WLTP data + BEVDB model
Missing key data
Safety rating, Battery warranty
City - Mild Weather293 km
City - Cold Weather203 km
Highway - Mild Weather238 km
Highway - Cold Weather194 km

Estimates of actual range. The values given here are BEVDB estimates calculated from WLTP data and usable battery capacity, based on the BEVDB model. The BEVDB real-range card uses four fixed reference scenarios: City (Mild), Highway (Mild), City (Cold), and Highway (Cold). Mild means +20°C (70°F) without intensive climate-control use; cold means -10°C (14°F) with cabin heating. City speed is 50 km/h (30 mph), and highway speed is 110 km/h (70 mph). These figures are not official test results. Actual range will vary depending on speed, temperature, road conditions, road profile, load, tires, and driving style.

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Nominal Capacity45 kWh
Usable Capacity44 kWh
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Architecture400 V
Warranty PeriodNo Data
Warranty MileageNo Data
Cathode MaterialLFP

Source: Manufacturer

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Home / Destination

Charging TypeType 2Type 2 icon
Port LocationRear Left
Charge Power7.4 kW
Charge Time AC (0-100%)6 h 45 min
Charge Speed (mild)40 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)30 km/h

Fast Charging

Fast Charging PortCCS Combo 2CCS Combo 2 icon
Port LocationRear Left
Charge Power (max)100 kW
Charge Power (10-80%)60 kW
Charge Time DC (10-80%)31 min
Charge Speed (mild)360 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)280 km/h
Autocharge SupportedYes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge SupportedNo
Supported Protocol-

Preconditioning

Preconditioning PossibleNo
Automatically using NavigationNo
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Home / destination charging — 0–100%

AC full charge: fastest ~6h 45m
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
Wall plug · 230V / 10A2.3 kW21h 45m12 km/h
1-phase 16A · 230V / 16A3.7 kW13h 30m19 km/h
1-phase 32A · 230V / 32A7.4 kW6h 45m39 km/h
3-phase 16A · 400V / 3x16A7.4 kW6h 45m39 km/hLimited by vehicle
3-phase 32A · 400V / 3x32A7.4 kW6h 45m39 km/hLimited by vehicle

Fast charging — 10–80%

Fastest DC 10–80%: ~31 min
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
CCS 50 kWCCS connector50 kW avg.37 min299 km/h
CCS 150+ kWCCS connector60 kW avg.31 min358 km/hVehicle-limited above 150 kW

Estimated charging times are based on usable battery capacity, charging power and vehicle charging limits. Peak DC power is usually reached only briefly; average 10–80% power is more useful for estimating real charging time. Actual charging speed can vary by charger output, battery temperature, state of charge, weather, software and battery condition.

Acceleration11.5 sec (0-100 km/h)
Top Speed135 km/h
Total Power83 kW (113 PS)
Total Torque120 Nm
DriveFWD
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
Exterior Outlet(s)-
Interior Outlet(s)-

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2H via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2G via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
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BEVDB model

Combined real range (estimate)242 km
Combined Energy Use (estimate)18 kWh/100 km

BEVDB estimates use WLTP-rated (or derived; falls back to NEDC when WLTP is missing) consumption and usable battery capacity to model city/highway ranges; the combined value is a weighted mix of city/highway and mild/cold scenarios. See the methodology and data sources for inputs, official source boundaries, fallback rules, and versioning.

WLTP Ratings (worst case)

Range326 km
Rated Consumption16.4 kWh/100 km
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Safety RatingNo Data
Adult OccupantNo Data
Child OccupantNo Data
Rating YearNo Data
Vulnerable Road UsersNo Data
Safety AssistNo Data
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Length4015 mm
Width1755 mm
Width with Mirrors1813 mm
Height1577 mm
Wheelbase2540 mm
Weight Unladen (EU)1491 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)1910 kg
Max. Payload494 kg
Cargo Volume310 L
Cargo Volume Max1200 L
Cargo Volume FrunkNo Data
Roof Load75 kg
Tow Hitch PossibleYes
Towing Weight Unbraked550 kg
Towing Weight Braked550 kg
Vertical Load Max61 kg
Have questions about Dimensions and Weight?
Price€23,300
Seats5 people
IsofixYes, 2 seats
Turning Circle10.3 m
PlatformSTLA SMARTCAR
EV Dedicated PlatformNo
Car BodyHatchback
Roof RailsNo
Heat PumpYes
HP Standard Equipment-

Reminder: Range and energy consumption figures are estimates. Actual results may vary depending on weather, driving style, terrain, and other conditions. Review the BEVDB methodology for estimate boundaries and source labels. If this model page looks wrong, use Contact and include this page URL plus an official source link when possible.