Global EV Comparison: Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range vs Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
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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 Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...), which starts at €32900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €23300 | €32900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €30990 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) 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 | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 326 km | 410 km |
| Range (GCC) | 280 km | 349 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 45 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.36 km/kWh | 6.71 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 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 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 83 kW | 110 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 111 hp | 150 hp |
| Motor Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.9 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) is longer and taller, but the Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) is wider.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4015 mm | 3922 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1813 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1755 mm | 1808 mm |
| Height | 1577 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) features a larger trunk, but the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...).
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1491 kg | 1524 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 310 l | 326 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1200 l | 1106 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 550 kg | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.6 | 4.2 |
