| eC3X Shine | Details |
|---|---|
| Variant position | Top trim |
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 13.26 lakh |
| With BaaS | Rs 8.30 lakh + Rs 2.26 per km |
| On-road price, Bengaluru (approx.) | Rs 14.05 lakh |
| Battery and range | 29.2 kWh, up to 325 km (MIDC) |
| Colours | Polar White, Perla Nera Black, Cosmo Blue |
Citroen eC3X Shine Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power and torque | 56 bhp, 143 Nm |
| 0 to 60 km/h | About 6.8 seconds |
| Top speed | 107 km/h |
| Length x Width x Height | 3,981 x 1,733 x 1,586 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
| Wheels | 15-inch diamond-cut alloys |
| DC charging (10 to 80%) | About 57 minutes |
| AC charging (3.3 kW, full) | About 10.5 hours |
What the Shine Adds Over the Live (O)
The Shine focuses on safety and style. Most importantly, it gets six airbags and the camera-based Predictive Safety Suite, with lane departure, distance and pedestrian warnings. Outside, LED projector headlamps, LED DRLs, fog lamps and 15-inch diamond-cut alloys give it a sharper look. Inside, a 7-inch colour driver display pairs with the 10.25-inch touchscreen. Moreover, powered, auto-folding mirrors make parking easier.
Citroen eC3X Shine Comfort and Convenience
The Shine also brings the best comfort kit in the range. It gets a wireless phone charger, an auto-dimming inside mirror and a JBL sound system. The Electric Blu cabin with leatherette seats feels a step above the lower trims. In addition, Citroen’s connected car tech lets you check charging and lock the car from your phone. The new E-Toggle gear selector also frees up space on the console.
What the eC3X Shine Misses
Even as the top trim, the Shine skips a few features rivals offer. It doesn’t get a sunroof, 360-degree camera, cruise control or automatic climate control. Its driver aids only give warnings and don’t brake or steer on their own. Also, top speed is limited to 107 km/h, so it suits city use more than highway runs.
Is the Shine Worth the Extra Money?
The Shine costs Rs 91,000 more than the eC3X Live (O). For that, you get six airbags, better lighting, alloys and more comfort features. For families or buyers who value safety, that’s money well spent. However, if your budget is tight, the Live (O) still covers the basics well.
eC3X Shine vs Rivals
| Detail | eC3X Shine | Tata Punch EV (top) | Tata Nexon EV (base) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 13.26 lakh | Rs 12.99 lakh | Rs 12.49 lakh |
| Claimed range | 325 km (MIDC) | Up to 468 km | – |
| Sunroof | No | Yes | – |
| BaaS option | Yes, from Rs 8.30 lakh | – | – |
The top Tata Punch EV costs slightly less and adds more range and a sunroof. Meanwhile, the base Tata Nexon EV offers a bigger SUV body for similar money. However, the eC3X Shine stands out for its comfortable ride and low BaaS entry price.
Citroen eC3X Shine Price in Bengaluru
| Price component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 13.26 lakh |
| Road tax | Nil (waived for EVs under Rs 25 lakh) |
| Insurance (approx.) | Rs 0.66 lakh |
| Other charges | Rs 0.13 lakh |
| On-road price | Rs 14.05 lakh |
The Shine comes in Polar White, Perla Nera Black and Cosmo Blue.
What's good
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Practical 320km claimed range
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Comfortable ride quality
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Battery subscription option reduces upfront cost significantly
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Gets new features now
What's not so good
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Air-cooled battery pack is less advanced that its rivals
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Performance is just enough, and highway drives could be a problem due to limited top speed
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Service network is less developed than its rivals
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