Citroen eC3 First Drive Review 2023

I’d say the eC3 makes for a great city commuter and occasional highway cruiser, but I wouldn’t call this an enthusiast package.

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Remember that this EV performs best inside the city and should be an excellent package for busy city streets.

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Prices are yet to be announced by Citroen, but if they do end up pricing the eC3 as aggressively as the C3.

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Now in terms of performance, it won’t blow you away. On paper, it makes about the same amount of power as an entry-level hatchback or SUV.

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Its direct competitor, the Tata Tiago EV, uses a 24 kWh battery that produces 74 bhp and 114 Nm of torque but promises a similar range.

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In comparison, the eC3 is powered by a larger 29.2 kWh battery that makes about 56 bhp of power and 143 Nm of torque.

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Put your foot down, and the eC3 lunges forward in a relatively calm and sluggish manner, with standard mode slightly more responsive.

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