Global EV Comparison: Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range vs Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) has a starting price of €23300, compared to the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2023-…), which starts at €29990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | Spain |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €23300 | €29990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €22990 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…).
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 326 km | 357 km |
| Range (GCC) | 280 km | 311 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 45 kWh | 50 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44 kWh | 46.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.36 km/kWh | 6.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.2 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 83 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 111 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 8.7 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.9 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4015 mm | 4061 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1813 mm | 1960 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1755 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1577 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2538 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (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).
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 550 kg, whereas the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1491 kg | 1530 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 310 l | 267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1200 l | 1042 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 550 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.6 | 3.6 |