Citroen has taken the wraps off its first electric car in India, the eC3 electric hatchback, ahead of its launch in February 2023. The eC3 electric hatchback features a 29.2kWh battery pack for a claimed ARAI-rated range of up to 320km.

The eC3 uses a 29.2 kWh battery pack and a 3.3 kW onboard AC charger. It powers a front-mounted electric motor that develops 56 bhp and 143 Nm. The eC3 can accelerate from 0-60km/h in 6.8 seconds while the top speed is capped at 107kmph. It takes 10.5 hours to charge the battery using a home charger, but it takes just 57 minutes to charge from 10-80% using a DC fast charger.

The electric C3 looks largely the same as its ICE-powered sibling. The only difference is the white roof and outer rearview mirrors, and the absence of a tailpipe. There’s also a new charging port located on the front fender. The electric hatchback does not feature a blanked-off grille like most EVs.

The Citroen eC3 comes in two variants – Live and Feel. Inside, the eC3 gets a slightly revised centre console and a new drive controller. The eC3 gets similar features as the regular C3 such as the manual AC, 3-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, height adjustable driver’s seat and over 35 connected car features, among others.

The Citroen eC3 comes with a 3-year / 1,25,000 km warranty. Besides this, the French carmaker is also offering a 7-year / 1,40,000 km warranty on the battery pack and 5 year / 1,00,000 km warranty on the electric motor.

The Citroen eC3 electric hatchback rivals the likes of the Tata Tiago EV and Tigor EV.