Comparing the BMW iX1 and the Citroen C3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW iX1 is available at ₹6,699,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX1 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 313 bhp (xDrive30) and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | — | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 313 bhp (xDrive30) | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) | — |
| Range | 440 km - WLTP | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 194 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2060 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteM Carbon BlackNight Dusk BlueSkyscraper Grey | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
