If you are looking to buy an electric vehicle that can seat up to 4 comfortably, has a decent range and is also compact enough for daily city commutes, then the Tata Punch EV and the Citroen eC3 are two practical options available to you in the market. Both are compact SUVs and offer over 240 km of claimed range on a full charge. However, the two electric SUVs are significantly different in terms of the tech, packaging and user experience and here is a quick comparison to help you understand which one would suit you better.
Punch EV vs eC3 Design Comparison:
In terms of design, both SUVs offer a contemporary style that makes them distinct from each other. The Punch EV has a futuristic approach with its smart digital LED DRLs and headlamps and the rest
of the SUV looks similar to the ICE version with its upright stance and short overhangs. The Citroen eC3, on the other hand, is more identical to the standard C3. The split LED DRLs are a signature design and flanked by halogen headlamps. The front bumper looks aggressive and overall, the eC3 has a more reserved style when compared to the Punch EV.
eC3 vs Punch EV Spec Comparison:
Citroen India is offering the eC3 with a 29.2 kWh air-cooled battery pack that gives it a claimed range of 246 km (MIDC). The electric motor produces 56.88 hp and 143 Nm of torque, giving the electric SUV a top speed of 107 kmph.
On paper, the Tata Punch EV looks more advanced and diverse as it is based on Tata Motors' Acti.EV platform, offers two battery capacity options (25 kWh and 35 kWh) and features a liquid-cooled battery pack. The 35 kWh battery gives it a C75-rated real-world range of up to 290 km and the motor produces 88.77 hp and 190 Nm of torque. In terms of battery warranty, the Citroen offers a 7-year or 1.40 lakh kilometre warranty and the Punch EV offers 8 year or 1.60 lakh kilometre warranty.
Punch EV vs eC3 Tech Comparison:
Perhaps the biggest difference between the two electric SUVs lies in the tech department. The eC3 offers a digital driver information display and a 10.2-inch touchscreen. It also gets 35 connected features and two driving modes called Eco and Standard with regenerative braking. It also offers 315 litres of boot space to store luggage.
The Punch EV on the other hand, offers dual 10.24-inch displays for driver information and infotainment. It gets paddle shifters for the multi-mode brake regeneration. It also gets a digital drive selector knob and features such as a wireless phone charger, cruise control, electric sunroof, front ventilated seats and a lot more.
Most importantly, the Punch EV has a 5-star crash safety rating from Bharat NCAP and the eC3 has scored zero stars in Global NCAP's #SaferCarsForIndia program.
Price Comparison Between Citroen eC3 and Tata Punch EV:
The Citroen eC3 has five variants on offer, which range between Rs 12.90 lakh and Rs 13.53 lakh ex-showroom. On the other hand, the Punch EV's smaller 25 kWh battery pack version starts from Rs 9.99 lakh ex-showroom and goes up to Rs 14.44 lakh ex-showroom, with the option of 19 different variants.
Overall, considering that Tata Motors currently has an extensive network of service touchpoints across the country, the Punch EV could be suitable for a wider set of audiences. On the other hand, the Citroen eC3 offers the convenience and efficiency of an electric vehicle without attracting a lot of attention.
