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Citroen eC3 vs Tata Tiago EV: Space & Practicality Comparison


Both electric vehicles offer a real-world range of over 200km, but which one is more livable within the city?

If you’re trying to choose an affordable electric hatchback in India, you might feel undecided between the Citroen eC3 and Tata Tiago EV. Both EVs have their own set of advantages and disadvantages, but which one is the all-rounder? In this review, we’ll compare the space and practicality of both the EVs to help you decide which one suits you best.

Before we continue, our partner website has conducted a ride and handling comparison of both EVs, which you can read here.

Key

To begin with the key, the eC3 receives a remote key with lock and unlock buttons, which gives it an outdated feel. Even in the top-spec variant of the eC3, the key needs to be inserted to bring the EV to life, as it doesn’t have the push-button start feature.

On the other hand, the Tiago EV’s key fob can rest in your pocket as Tata’s electric hatchback comes with a passive entry feature and a push-button start/stop as well. Unlike the eC3, Tata’s EV also comes with auto-folding ORVMs.

Looks

The Citroen eC3 has an SUV-like stance due to its upright presence. Elements like body cladding and roof rails give it a rugged look. But it still gives an outdated vibe due to the flap style door handles and fender-mounted turn indicators. It also looks the same as the C3, and Citroen could have done more to differentiate the looks of its electric hatchback from that of its ICE iteration. 

On the other hand, the Tiago EV is a stylish hatchback that can be easily distinguished from the regular Tiago. Its distinct color scheme, bumper design, and blue accents allow this vehicle to stand out in a crowd. In contrast to the eC3, the Tiago EV is equipped with projector headlamps and turn indicators mounted on the outside rear-view mirrors (ORVMs). It also has a font used for the Tiago.ev badging that adds more value to the customers who are willing to pay a more premium amount for an electric vehicle.

In terms of dimensions, the eC3 is larger than the Tiago EV. The eC3 rides on 15-inch alloy wheels, while the Tiago EV features smaller 14-inch steel wheels with wheel caps. However, the eC3 lacks the distinguishing factors typically associated with electric cars. In contrast, Tata’s electric hatchback, despite its smaller size, possesses a more appealing overall design.

Interior

The eC3’s cabin features a funky design, highlighted by contrast-colored door pockets and a dotted pattern on the dashboard. However, the materials used could have been better, and the panel gaps in certain areas could have been more uniform. The eC3 offers a higher driving position, resulting in improved visibility and better judgment of the car’s dimensions in traffic.

The Tiago EV’s dashboard showcases a sober and mature design. The quality of the plastics used is comparable to that of the eC3, but the fit and finish is a concern with Tata’s electric hatchback. In terms of the seating position, it is not as elevated as the eC3, but maneuvering the Tiago EV through city traffic isn’t challenging.

Features

Both electric hatchbacks are equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system that supports connected car technology, including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. They also feature a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, digitized driver’s display, height-adjustable driver’s seat, and steering-mounted controls. 

Citroen eC3: The eC3 features a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, which is larger than that of the Tiago. It also supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but there are some issues with Bluetooth connectivity that could potentially be resolved in the future through a software update. The eC3’s feature list is basic for a top-end variant of an electric vehicle, with several amenities missing, such as passive keyless entry, rear camera, cruise control, automatic AC, and more.

Tata Tiago EV: The Tiago EV comes with a smaller 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, but it compensates with an 8-speaker Harman sound system, push-button start/stop, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), a rear parking camera, automatic air conditioning, and more. The digitized instrument cluster in the Tiago is also more advanced and stylish compared to the eC3.

Rear Seat Comfort

Citroen eC3: The eC3 feels more spacious than the Tiago EV. It offers a good space for two people at the rear, while adding one more person would make it a little congested. It also offers ample headroom and legroom.

Tiago EV: The Tiago EV is not as spacious as the eC3, and its rear seat is not suitable for accommodating three people comfortably. While the legroom is adequate, it doesn’t provide the same airy feel as the eC3.

Practicality

Both the eC3 and Tiago EV offer good practicality with cupholders, storage areas, bottle holders, and door pockets. The eC3 has more charging ports and a dedicated smartphone tray. However, the layout of the rear power window controls in the eC3 is not ideal.

Boot Space

The eC3 offers more boot space and comes with a spare wheel. The Tiago EV has less boot space and doesn’t have a spare wheel, as the battery pack is accommodated inside the vehicle.

Boot Space

Citroen eC3

Tata Tiago EV

315 litres

240 litres

Ride Comfort

Both EVs offer good ride comfort, but they have slight variations in their response to road undulations. The eC3 has a more SUV-like riding characteristic due to its ample suspension travel, while the Tiago EV has a more hatchback-like ride. The Tiago EV feels more plush in the city and maintains stability at higher speeds.

Warranty

Both the Tiago EV and Citroen eC3 offer warranty coverage on the battery pack, electric motor, and vehicle. Tata offers a longer warranty period for the battery pack and electric motor compared to Citroen.

Warranty

Citroen eC3

Tata Tiago EV

Battery Pack

7 years / 1,40,000km

8 years/ 1,60,000km

Electric Motor

5 years / 1,00,000km

8 years/ 1,60,000km

Vehicle Warranty

3 years / 1,25,000km

3 years / 1,25,000km

Price & Verdict

Price Check

Citroen eC3

Tata Tiago EV

Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 12.76 lakh

Rs 8.69 lakh to Rs 12.04 lakh

All prices are ex-showroom Delhi

Both electric vehicles offer a range of over 200km based on our real-world tests, which is practical for city usage. While the eC3 is more focused on space and practicality, the Tata Tiago EV offers more premium amenities and better performance at a lower price. The eC3 costs Rs 90,000 more than the Tiago EV and only offers around 20 kms more of range, but it lacks some key features. This makes Tata’s electric hatchback a better value for money option and a better fit for your family.

So, who should buy these? The eC3 is suitable for those who prioritize space and ground clearance, while the Tiago EV is a better choice for those who want a premium cabin experience and a fun-to-drive electric vehicle.

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Entertainment, Technology

Why Peacock Doesn’t Stream in 4K (And Which Plans Support 4K)

Streaming 4K content on Peacock can be a challenge because not all 4K-capable devices are supported. According to Peacock’s Help Center, only some compatible devices can play 4K Ultra HD (UHD) content at the moment. This means you have to check if your specific device is compatible by looking for a 4K or UHD logo on the media’s Peacock page.

However, even if your device is compatible, finding available 4K titles on Peacock can be difficult. Unlike other streaming services like Netflix or Disney+, Peacock offers a limited selection of 4K titles. While any 4K content will automatically play in 4K, Peacock does not specify which titles are available in UHD.

Third-party websites like HDReport have compiled lists of 4K titles available on Peacock. If your 4K-compatible device still can’t play these titles in 4K, it may not be compatible with Peacock’s 4K streaming. Some viewers have found a workaround by manually selecting 4K resolution in their device’s settings, but this is not an official solution for all users.

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EVs A Priority But No Less Focus On Petrol And Diesel Cars From Tata


Tata is one of the few carmakers that still offer diesel powertrains after the BS6 phase-2 update

The global auto industry is facing pressure to transition from internal combustion engines (ICE) to electric vehicles (EVs). However, the question arises about the future of petrol and diesel cars until EVs become viable alternatives without compromising on performance. While the government is taking steps to reduce carbon emissions, potential buyers are still unsure about choosing EVs due to their higher prices and limited charging infrastructure.

Tata’s Perspective on Petrol and Diesel Cars

Tata, a leading carmaker in terms of affordable EV offerings, has shared its thoughts on the future of petrol and diesel cars in its lineup. Rajendra Petkar, President and CTO of Tata Motors, stated, “In the next decade, ICEs will continue to evolve until we reach net zero at the national level. The government is investing in alternative fuels, biofuels, and CNG. Going forward, our focus will be on creating a fuel-agnostic engine. Until net zero technologies become commercially affordable with adequate charging infrastructure, petrol and diesel cars will continue to be available, although their numbers will gradually decrease.”

Tata’s Petrol and Diesel Cars Lineup

Tata is one of the few carmakers that have not discontinued diesel powertrains even after the BS6 phase-2 update. They offer a strong lineup of petrol and diesel cars. Currently, the Tiago, Tigor, and Punch are only available with petrol engines, while the Harrier and Safari come with diesel engines. The Altroz and Nexon offer both petrol and diesel engine options. Tata also provides an optional CNG kit for the Tiago, Tigor, and Altroz, and plans to introduce it for the Punch as well.

While leading the EV race, Tata continues to develop new petrol and diesel car models like the Curvv and Sierra. Additionally, they are working on a new turbo-petrol engine to be introduced in the lineup soon.

Also See: Facelifted Tata Safari’s Cabin To Be Heavily Revamped According To First Spy Shots

Tata’s Focus on EVs

In 2021, Tata announced plans to introduce 10 new EVs by 2025. They aim for EVs to constitute 25% of their total sales within five years and 50% by 2030. Tata is on track with three electric cars in their green lineup: the Tiago EV, Tigor, and Nexon EV (including the Nexon EV Prime and Nexon EV Max).

Tata has showcased concept and pre-production versions of upcoming EVs like the Harrier EV, Sierra EV, Curvv EV, and Avinya EV. They are also planning to launch the all-electric Punch, which was recently spotted with new interior details.

How long do you think petrol and diesel models will remain affordable options compared to EVs? Let us know in the comments.

Also Read: 50,000 People Have Bought The Tata Nexon EV So Far

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New Details Of The Facelifted Kia Seltos Mid-spec Variants Emerge Online


The HTK and HTK+ variants will not offer the highlight features of the new SUV, but will still sport a revised cabin layout

  • Kia will unveil the facelifted Seltos on July 4.

  • New spy shots show HTK and HTK+ variants will have an 8-inch touchscreen and a digitised driver’s display.

  • The HTK’s exterior highlights include projector headlights and halogen fog lamps.

  • Kia will offer the facelifted Seltos with both petrol and diesel engine options.

  • Prices are expected to start from Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).

The facelifted Kia Seltos has just been teased for the first time ahead of its debut on July 4. While it gave us a good look at the top-spec cabin, the updated SUV’s mid-spec HTK and HTK+ variants have been spied revealing fresh details.

Revised Cabin Updates

As seen in the latest spy images, both the HTK and HTK+ variants have some common features like steering-mounted audio controls (HTK+ gets cruise control and MID control as well), fabric upholstery, a smaller 8-inch touchscreen, and a digitised driver display like the one in the Kia Sonet. While the HTK variant has manual AC, the latter has auto climate control. Another possible difference between the two is that only the HTK+ variant will come with push-button start/stop.

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Exterior Changes

In one of the spy shots, we also get a look at the HTK variant’s revised front fascia. The HTK trim of the SUV gets a bigger grille, flanked by the projector headlights and LED DRLs. Lower down, it gets a silver skid plate and halogen fog lamps instead of the LED units seen on the higher-spec variants.

Powertrain Choices

The facelifted Seltos will continue to offer petrol and diesel engines. They are detailed below along with their transmission options:

Specification

1.5-litre N.A. Petrol

1.5-litre Turbo-petrol

1.5-litre Diesel

Power

115PS

160PS

116PS

Torque

144Nm

253Nm

250Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT/ CVT

6-speed iMT/ 7-speed DCT

6-speed iMT/ 6-speed AT

Also Read: Kia Issues Recall For The Carens After Possible Instrument Cluster Glitch

When Will It Be Available?

Kia is expected to announce the prices of the facelifted Seltos shortly after its unveiling, which we believe could start from Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom). It will continue to take on the Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Taigun, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Grand Vitara, and MG Astor while also going up against the upcoming Honda Elevate and Citroen C3 Aircross.

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Motorsport

Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster Pickup Teased Before July 13 Debut

Ineos has released a teaser for their upcoming Grenadier Quartermaster pickup, which will be revealed on July 13 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The truck will also participate in the hill climb event at the festival.

The teaser image showcases the back of the truck, featuring circular taillights similar to those seen on the Grenadier SUV. The tailgate proudly displays the “Grenadier” wordmark.


Motorsport

2024 Ram Rampage Initial Batch Sold Out in Just 28 Minutes

In Brazil, the highly-anticipated Ram Rampage has made its debut, providing the market with a compact, unibody pickup that shares a striking resemblance to the larger Ram 1500. The response from customers has been overwhelmingly positive, as Ram reported that the initial batch of 500 pickups were completely sold out within a mere 28 minutes of the automaker opening online orders.

All 500 trucks in this batch were equipped with the Elite Pack as standard, a package typically available for an additional cost of $1,250 (6,000 Brazilian Reais). The Elite Pack includes attractive features such as LED running lights, a power-adjustable passenger seat, and a high-quality 10-speaker Harmon-Kardon stereo system.


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PEUGEOT AND YELLOWKORNER TEAM UP TO CHALLENGE FIVE PHOTOGRAPHERS TO DEFINE ALLURE

PEUGEOT has partnered with leading publisher and distributor of art photographs, YellowKorner, to offer five photographers the opportunity to define their vision of Allure. The resulting images will be exhibited in YellowKorner galleries and the PEUGEOT network from October onwards.

 

PEUGEOT believes the world is better with Allure, with a vision for the future that should be imagined with style, creativity, and ambition with a human-centric approach. Allure is key to the PEUGEOT brand and is much more than the expression of outstanding design. It is also a state of mind, an attitude and behaviour that goes far beyond mere appearance.

 

YellowKorner is the leading publisher and distributor of art photographs through a network of 130 galleries in 20 countries and the yellowkorner.com online gallery.

 

The partnership will see five renowned photographers interpret the concept of ‘Allure’ within their own creative universe by creating a set of 15 images each. Three of these images will feature a model from the PEUGEOT range chosen by the artist.

 

The collaboration was launched at the Venice International Photography Festival on 20th April, of which YellowKorner is a partner. YellowKorner invited PEUGEOT to the opening ceremony of the festival, during which a film was presented introducing the partnership and the vision of the five selected photographers.

 

Five photographers, five concepts of Allure

Teresa Freitas: “Finding Allure in Colours” in Morocco

Laurent Baheux: “Allure of the Lion” in Kenya

Mister Fifou: “The Pride of Allure” in the Suburbs of Paris

Laurence Laborie: “Feminine Allure” in Lanzarote

Oliviero Toscani: “The Landscape of Allure” in Tuscany

 

The images will be displayed from October 2023 in YellowKorner galleries and on the YellowKorner website. They will also be displayed in a private viewing, with the photographers present, at some of the largest YellowKorner galleries in Europe. The images will also be displayed across the PEUGEOT network and as with all works published by YellowKorner, the photos from the collaboration with PEUGEOT will be available for purchase by the public.

 

Empowered by this ambition, PEUGEOT wants to promote this optimistic vision and become a true ‘Allure Activist’. The partnership with YellowKorner is the latest in a series of collaborations between PEUGEOT and the visual arts. Recently, artistic collaborations with Emeric Tchatchoua, founder of clothing brand 3.PARADIS and the visual artist J. Demsky have also been revealed to the public.