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Citroën ë-C3 vs Suzuki Swift
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 3,499,000 vs NPR 3,899,000
The verdict
The Citroën ë-C3 takes 3 of the 7 measures to the Suzuki Swift's 1, with 3 measures tied.
- The Citroën ë-C3 undercuts the Suzuki Swift by Rs 4 lakh — about 10% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Citroën ë-C3 carries 17 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- The Citroën ë-C3 is electric and the Suzuki Swift is not, so the real gap is running cost versus charging convenience — see the EV savings calculator.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 | Suzuki Swift |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 3,499,000 | NPR 3,899,000 |
| Power | 42 kW (57 hp) | ★82 hp |
| Battery | 29.2 kWh | — |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | 320 km (MIDC) | — |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | ★143 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | ★180 mm | 163 mm |
| Safety rating | Not rated | Not rated |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Suzuki Swift?
The Citroën ë-C3 is cheaper at NPR 3,499,000 against NPR 3,899,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Citroën ë-C3 vs Suzuki Swift — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Citroën ë-C3 takes 3 of the 7 measures to the Suzuki Swift's 1, with 3 measures tied. The Citroën ë-C3 undercuts the Suzuki Swift by Rs 4 lakh — about 10% of the more expensive car's price.