Citroen Launches Updated e-C3X in India at ₹10.25 Lakh

Citroen India has introduced the 2026 e-C3X, a refreshed version of its electric hatchback, priced at ₹10.25 lakh (ex-showroom). The company has also extended the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) option, making the vehicle available from ₹6.89 lakh with a battery EMI of ₹2.26 per km.

Key Updates in the e-C3X

The e-C3X receives several cosmetic and feature enhancements aimed at improving appeal in a competitive segment. Exterior changes include signature LED DRLs, LED projector headlamps, new 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, and auto-folding ORVMs.

Inside, the cabin gets a refreshed look with Electric Blue accents, premium leatherette upholstery, a new 7-inch TFT instrument cluster, and a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Additional features include a wireless charger, JBL audio system, front and rear dashcam, and regenerative braking with Eco and Standard drive modes.

Safety equipment includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child seat anchors, reverse parking sensors, and speed-sensitive auto door locks.

Powertrain and Range

The e-C3X continues with the same 29.2 kWh LFP prismatic battery pack paired with an air-cooled thermal management system. It produces 57 PS and 143 Nm, with a claimed MIDC range of 325 km. Real-world range is expected to be around 250 km depending on driving conditions. DC fast charging supports 10-80% in approximately 57 minutes.

The powertrain and thermal management system remain unchanged from the previous model, which places it a step behind several competitors offering liquid-cooled battery packs in this segment.

Variants and Pricing

The ë-C3X is available in three variants - Live, Live (O), and Shine. Citroën is positioning the model as a more premium and feature-rich offering compared to the standard ë-C3, which has primarily been used in fleet operations. The ex-showroom prices start at ₹11.99 lakh for the base Live variant, ₹12.35 lakh for the Live (O), and ₹13.26 lakh for the top-spec Shine. 

With an introductory consumer offer of up to ₹1.50 lakh, the net effective pricing comes down to ₹10.49 lakh for the Live and ₹10.85 lakh for the Live (O) variant. Additionally, Citroën continues to offer the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) option, with prices starting at ₹6.89 lakh for the Live variant along with a battery EMI of ₹2.26 per km.

Outlook

The e-C3X represents Citroen’s attempt to strengthen its presence in the Indian electric passenger vehicle market. With improved features, better perceived quality, and the BaaS option lowering the entry barrier, the model aims to attract more private buyers. However, the unchanged battery pack and air-cooling system remain areas where it lags behind some key rivals in the segment.

Citroën India has revised the pricing of the newly launched ë-C3X. The ex-showroom prices now start at ₹11.99 lakh for the base Live variant, ₹12.35 lakh for the Live (O), and ₹13.26 lakh for the top-spec Shine variant. The company is also offering an introductory consumer benefit of up to ₹1.50 lakh on select variants, bringing the net effective pricing down to ₹10.49 lakh for the Live and ₹10.85 lakh for the Live (O) variant. Additionally, the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) option has been updated, with prices now starting at ₹6.89 lakh for the Live variant, along with a battery EMI of ₹2.26 per km. These revised prices aim to improve the model’s competitiveness in the entry-level electric hatchback segment.