After the C3X, BasaltX and AircrossX, Citroen introduced the ‘X’ series of updates to its entry-level EV, the eC3, in June 2026. Now called the Citroen eC3X, the hatchback gets cosmetic changes and some feature additions. The mechanicals remain unchanged, but Citroen engineers have managed to improve the claimed single-charge range. Read on as we break down the changes in detail.
2026 Citroen eC3X vs old model: Exterior design
New projector LED headlights replace the halogen units, while the side indicators have moved from the fenders to the outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs), which are now electrically foldable. The design for the 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels is unchanged, while other carried-over bits include a Chevron logo that flows neatly across the front, splitting into the daytime running lamps (DRLs), pull-type door handles and cladding on the wheel arches and under the doors. Custom Vibe exterior packs for parts such as the fog lamp and rear reflector surrounds and ORVM covers are no longer available. These also included cladding for the doors along with a painted insert.
| Shade | Polar White | Perla Nera Black | Cosmo Blue |
| Live | Yes | No | No |
| Live (O) | Yes | Yes | No |
| Shine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Just three monotone exterior shades are on offer – Polar White, Perla Nera Black (new) and Cosmo Blue – while dual-tone shades are no longer available. Platinum Grey and Steel Grey paint options have been dropped as well. Refer to the table above to know the variant-wise colours on offer.
2026 Citroen eC3X vs old model: Interior and features
As for the interior, the eC3X’s dashboard layout is similar to that in the eC3, though it opts for a new blue-and-beige dual-tone colour theme. Even the dotted pattern on its left side has been smoothened out for a cleaner look. The seats now have leatherette upholstery in the top variant, a notable upgrade from the fabric one used previously.
A 7-inch multi-colour TFT driver’s display replaces the basic black-and-white instrument panel of the eC3. Another welcome change is the electrically adjustable ORVM controls. A wireless charger and auto-dimming interior rearview mirror (IRVM) have been added as well. Citroen is also offering a 6-speaker JBL setup and dashcam as optional accessories, both of which were not available earlier. The EV continues to get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, manual AC, a rear wiper and a rear parking camera.
Safety and warranty
Finally, 6 airbags have been introduced on the EV, though they are limited to the top Shine trim, while the rest are equipped with 4 airbags; the older eC3 was sold with just two airbags across variants. The battery pack is covered for 7 years/1.4 lakh kilometres, while the electric motor has a warranty of 5 years/1 lakh kilometres, whichever comes first. Note that these battery and motor warranty durations are only for private buyers. For commercial use, the warranty is limited to 3 years/1.25 lakh kilometres, whichever is earlier. However, the standard vehicle warranty of 3 years/1.25 lakh kilometres is for all.
2026 Citroen eC3X vs old model: Range and battery specs
The carmaker claims a 325km range on the modified Indian driving cycle (MIDC) for the eC3X, an increase of 79km over the outgoing version. Apart from that, the electric hatchback continues to use a 29.2kWh battery pack, paired with a 57hp, 143Nm motor powering the front wheels. Even the 0-60kph sprint time of 6.8 seconds and the 107kph top speed are identical to the old model. Similarly, a 3.3kW AC charger can recharge the lithium-ion battery pack from 10 to 100 percent in 10.3 hours, while a DC unit takes 57 minutes for a 10-80 percent top-up.
2026 Citroen eC3X vs old model: Price
At the time of writing, Citroen has revealed the price for just the base Live variant – Rs 10.25 lakh, ex-showroom, which is Rs 1.74 lakh lower than the outgoing model’s comparable variant. To make the deal even more appealing, Citroen is offering a battery-as-a-service (BaaS) scheme, which reduces the car’s upfront cost to Rs 6.29 lakh while charging a battery rental fee of Rs 2.26 per kilometre.