Citroen launches cheap new electric car despite boss slamming 'terrible' UK laws for EVs

The EV features a rear parking camera, automatic air conditioning, LED rear lights, dark tinted windows and a heated steering wheel and front seats.

The e-C3 electric vehicle has an impressive range of 199 miles from the 44kWh lithium battery pack, making it suitable for those with an urban commute.

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It has a standard AC fast 7.4kW charger that can power the car from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in four hours and 10 minutes.

For a quicker option, drivers can use an 11kW on-board charger which takes two hours and 50 minutes to power the car when using a fast charging device.

However, if drivers are in a rush, a rapid 100kW DC charger can be used to power the car from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in just 26 minutes.

The electric model boasts a 113hp (83kW) electric motor and automatic transmission which can take the car from zero to 62mph in roughly 11 seconds.

Citroen is also offering drivers to get their hands on a regular petrol-powered C3 model, with prices starting from £17,990.

The petrol model is fitted with a10-inch central touchscreen display, voice recognition and cruise control with speed limiter.

The new model, which is expected in July, comes to the UK despite the owner of the French brand criticising new net zero targets introduced by the Government earlier this year.

Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, which owns Citroen, warned that the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate would kill the car industry.

He described the scheme as being "terrible” for the UK as it looks to halt the sale of cars powered by internal combustion engines.

In order to meet the ambitious 2035 net zero goals, at least 22 per cent of new car sales in the UK will have to be electric this year.

However, Tavares claimed that the plans would force car brands to cut prices of new EVs to unprofitable levels to meet the new regulations.

Under the current criteria, carmakers could face harsh penalties of up to £15,000 for every vehicle that fails to meet the lofty sales goals.

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A further £9,000 fine could also be implemented for every van that is short of the emissions target, which was introduced on January 1 this year.