Citroën ë-C3 136hp

Electric car · 320km WLTP · €23,400 Ireland · €3,500 SEAI grant

Citroën

ë-C3 136hp

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Citroën's comfort-first affordable EV — ultra-soft suspension, 320km WLTP and sub-€20k net after grants. Ideal for Irish families on a budget.

Citroën ë-C3 136hp — electric car Ireland 2026
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€18,262 After SEAI + VRT grants
320km WLTP ~252km real-world
320WLTP range km44kWh battery
252Real range kmIrish conditions est.
100Max DC kWFast charging
11.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€18,262Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity44 kWh
WLTP range320 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~252 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)11.0s
Top speed135 km/h
Torque250 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate100 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity310 L
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,015 mm
Width1,755 mm
Height1,577 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range320km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~252km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Citroën highlights

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Progressive Hydraulic Cushions
Citroën's signature suspension for class-leading ride comfort
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Accessible EV pricing
ë-C3 from under €25k — most affordable 5-seat EV in Ireland
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Stellantis Group
Shares platforms with Peugeot, Fiat and Opel EVs

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€23,400
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
VRT relief− €1,638
Net price after grants€18,262

💡 Total savings of €5,138. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 VRT relief €1,638 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€495
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€1,011
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,205/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the ë-C3 costs approximately €495 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 ë-C3 — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500) and VRT relief (€1,638). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
ë-C3 You 44kWh
Entry		 44kWh · 320km €22,990€17,881
ë-C3 Plus 44kWh
Most Popular		 44kWh · 320km €23,400€18,262
ë-C3 Max 44kWh
Top Spec		 44kWh · 320km €25,990€20,671

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 ë-C3 on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 32km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 5+ days between home charges

Based on ~252km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the ë-C3 right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Good starter EV
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 310L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving⚠️ Charge stop likely
Towing (trailer/caravan)❌ Not rated for towing
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €5,138 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Affordable family hatchback.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~6h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~4h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~37min
🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~18min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Citroën ë-C3 and newer models support up to 100kW DC. The Ami quadricycle charges via a standard 3-pin socket only.

Citroën My Free2Move provides access to public charging via the Free2Move app. The ë-C3's 100kW DC capability is excellent for its price point — a 10–80% charge at a 50kW ESB ecars station takes around 26 minutes.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,015 mm
Width1,755 mm
Height1,577 mm
Boot capacity310 L
TowingNot rated
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Citroën ë-C3 136hp

The Citroën ë-C3 136hp has an Irish list price of €23,400 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500 and VRT relief of €1,638, the net cost is approximately €18,262. The range starts from €22,990 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Citroën ë-C3 136hp has a WLTP official range of 320km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 252km per charge. This suits daily commuting and suburban driving comfortably.
Yes. The Citroën ë-C3 136hp qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. VRT relief of €1,638 also applies, giving total state support of €5,138. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Citroën ë-C3 136hp is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €495. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,011. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
The Citroën Ami is a heavy quadricycle (L7e) — not a traditional car. In Ireland it requires a category B or B1 licence. It is not permitted on motorways or dual carriageways. Maximum speed is 45km/h. It charges from a standard 3-pin socket in about 3 hours and is designed for urban micro-mobility only.
The Citroën ë-C3 136hp supports up to 100kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 6 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 37 minutes. At the maximum 100kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 18 minutes.
The Citroën ë-C3 136hp uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Citroën ë-C3 136hp is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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