Running Cost Analysis
Citroen eC3 Running Cost in Hyderabad
TSSPDCL residential rate. Cost per km, monthly spend, and savings vs a petrol equivalent.

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Per km
₹2.74
Per day
₹109
Per month
₹3,283
Per year
₹39,946
5-Year Savings vs Petrol
₹3,25,870
Petrol equivalent (15 km/l @ ₹108/L): ₹1,05,120/yr ·Citroen eC3: ₹39,946/yr
Monthly saving
₹5,431
Yearly saving
₹65,174
Lifetime (10 yrs)
₹6,51,740
Hyderabad Electricity Tariffs
- Home AC charging₹8/kWh
- Public DC fast₹17/kWh
- Blended rate₹9.80/kWh
- Petrol price₹108/L
Citroen eC3 Efficiency
- ARAI range246 km
- Real-world range197 km
- Battery55 kWh
- Efficiency0.279 kWh/km
FAQs — Citroen eC3 Running Cost in Hyderabad
How much does it cost to charge Citroen eC3 in Hyderabad?
At Hyderabad home tariff of ₹8/kWh, a full charge from empty costs about ₹440. A 0-80% charge: ₹352.
How much will I save vs a petrol car?
Driving 40 km/day, you'll save approximately ₹5,431/month or ₹65,174/year vs a petrol car doing 15 km/l.
Does DC fast charging cost more?
Yes — DC fast charging in Hyderabad is about ₹17/kWh vs ₹8/kWh at home. Plan daily charging at home and use DC only for travel.
How long will the battery last?
EV batteries typically last 8-12 years with regular use. Most manufacturers offer an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty covering significant capacity loss.
See all running costs for Hyderabad
Full TCO: EMI + insurance + maintenance + charging for 5 years.