Citroen eC3 vs Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015]

CarWale brings you comparison of Citroen eC3 and Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015]. The Citroen eC3 price is Rs. 12.76 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015] price is Rs. 23.39 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015] is available in 1595 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. B-Class [2012-2015] provides the mileage of 14.8 kmpl.

eC3 vs B-Class [2012-2015] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	eC3	B-Class [2012-2015]
Price	Rs. 12.76 Lakh	Rs. 23.39 Lakh
Engine Capacity	-	1595 cc
Power	-	120 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol

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Citroen eC3

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Rs. 12.76 Lakh

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015]

B180

Rs. 23.39 Lakh

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Citroen eC3

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015]

B180

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	107
DC Fast Charging	10-80 % : 57 mins
AC Fast Charging	10-100 % : 10 hrs 30 mins
AC Regular Charging	15 A plug point
Engine	Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not Applicable	1595 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type		B 180 BlueEFFICIENCY 4 cylinder inline
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)		120 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)		200 Nm @ 1250 rpm
Max Motor Performance	56 bhp, 143 Nm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		14.8View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	320
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Automatic - 1 Gears	Automatic - 7 Gears
Battery	29.2 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor	1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Front Axle
Others	Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	Not Applicable, Not Applicable	4

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring	McPherson strut front axle
Rear Suspension	Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring	4 link rear axle
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	4.98	5.5
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Alloy
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	205 / 55 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	205 / 55 R16

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver Only
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Lighting
Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Black
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Internally Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Internal	Internal with Remote

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.23
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	4	6
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features
Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Platinum Grey	Polar Silver Metallic
	Steel Grey	Jupiter Red
	Zesty Orange	Cirrus White
	Polar White

More Expert Reviews on eC3 and B-Class [2012-2015]

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By Selvin Jose31 Dec 2014

After moving about elegantly in the B-Class for around a month Ninad offered me the car and I gleefully accepted. I was a little worried on how it will fare in my hands, will my first Mercedes-Benz long term car experience shine or wither away? While I did remember a brief drive during one of our photo shoot sessions that left me impressed with it, at the other end I honestly didn’t know how it would fare as an everyday commuter.

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By Ninad Mirajgaonkar29 Nov 2014

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B-Class [2012-2015] comparison with similar cars

eC3 vs B-Class [2012-2015] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015]?

Citroen eC3 price is Rs. 12.76 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015] price is Rs. 23.39 Lakh. Hence Citroen eC3 is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Citroen eC3 vs Mercedes-Benz B-Class [2012-2015]

Length (mm)	3981	4359
Width (mm)	1733	2010
Height (mm)	1586	1557
Wheelbase (mm)	2540	2699
Kerb Weight (kg)		1395

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	315	486
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)		50

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips	Black

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Taillights	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights
Cabin Lamps	Front
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Battery Warranty (In Years)	7
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	140000
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	125000	Unlimited

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