The Citroen e-C3 Aircross officially made its debut in 2024. It is powered by a 44 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 306 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 83 kW (113 hp), enabling an acceleration of 12.9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 145 km/h (90 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 26000 USD.
In comparison, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD officially made its debut in March 2024. It is powered by a 63 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 440 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Rear-wheel drive 125 kW (170 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8.5 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 42000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2024 | March 2024 |
| Release date | 2025 | July 2024 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 83 kW (113 hp) | Rear-wheel drive 125 kW (170 hp) |
| Torque | 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) | 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 12.9 sec 0-100 km/h | 8.5 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 145 km/h (90 mph) | 185 km/h (115 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 44 kWh usable | 63 kWh total |
| Battery type | Air-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-Po (800V type) |
| Driving range | 306 km | 440 km |
| Consumption | 18.1 kWh/100 km | 15.6 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | No | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 7 kW, 20-80% in 4 hours 10 min ---- Type 2 11 kW, 20-80% in 2 hours 50 min | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 100 kW max, 20-80% in 26 min | CCS 180 kW, 10-80% in 18 min |
| Additional | - | Vehicle to load (V2L), 230V electrical outlet |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door hatchback, 5/7 seats | 5 door crossover, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4395 x 1795 x 1660 mm (173.0 x 70.7 x 65.4 in) | 4655 x 1890 x 1605 mm (183.3 x 74.4 x 63.2 in) |
| Weight | 1504 kg unladen, 2030 kg gross | 965 kg unladen, 2470 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R16, R17 | R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 330 l, 1600 l max | 520 l, 1580 l max |
| Front trunk | No | 57 l |
| Others | - | Battery thermal pre-conditioning, Smart Frequency Dampers, Digital Centre Mirror, Digital Side Mirrors |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10.25" touchscreen | 12.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | Yes | 12.3" |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | No glass roof | Panoramic glass roof, solar roof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, front and reversing camera, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | 6 airbags: side airbags, front, head airbag system | 8 airbags: side, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Front/rear cameras. Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Safety Brake, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Assist, Speed sign recognition, Blind spot detection | Front and corner radars, cameras. Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian and Cyclist Recognition, Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist 2, Safe Exit Assist, High Beam Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Hands-On Detection |
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Misc
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| Price | 26000 USD | 42000 USD |