Global EV Comparison: Citroën e-C3 Urban Range vs BYD Dolphin Active
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…) has a starting price of €20990, compared to the BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…), which starts at €29990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range | BYD Dolphin Active |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €20990 | €29990 |
| GCC Score | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…).
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range | BYD Dolphin Active |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 212 km | 340 km |
| Range (GCC) | 180 km | 289 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 30 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 29.8 kWh | 44.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.04 km/kWh | 6.44 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 65 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 BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) is limited to 7 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range | BYD Dolphin Active |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 30 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 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 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range | BYD Dolphin Active |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 83 kW | 70 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 111 hp | 94 hp |
| Motor Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.6 s | 12.3 s |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.8 | 2 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Citroën e-C3 Urban Range (2025-…).
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range | BYD Dolphin Active |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4015 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1813 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1755 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1577 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Urban Range | BYD Dolphin Active |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1413 kg | 1506 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 310 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1200 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.4 |