USA EV Comparison: Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh vs Citroën e-C3 Urban Range
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General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…).
| Property | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi | 132 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 164 mi | 112 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42.3 kWh | 30 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 40 kWh | 29.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 24.4 kWh/100 mi | 26.6 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.1 mi/kWh | 3.76 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 5.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 88 kW, while the Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…) maxes out at 30 kW.
The Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 88 kW | 30 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.7 | 3.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 70 kW | 83 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 94 hp | 111 hp |
| Motor Torque | 118 lb-ft | 89 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 12 s | 11.2 s |
| Top Speed | 87 mph | 77 mph |
| Performance Score | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Dimensions
The Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 158.3 in | 158.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 71.3 in | 71.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 69.1 in |
| Height | 61.8 in | 62.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 100 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) features a larger trunk, but the Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3152 lb | 3115 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 11.5 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 33.4 ft3 | 42.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.2 |
