Comparing the BMW M2 and the Citroen Basalt side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M2 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the BMW M2 comes with a 2993 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 9.8 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M2 versus 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 2993 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with M xDrive optional | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed M Manual / 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 9.8 kmpl (approx) | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Power | 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 rpm | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (M DCT) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 131 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1640 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4580 mm / 1887 mm / 1392 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2697 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport seats | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | M Leather / Merino Leather | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific front & rear | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Compound Brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM Mode | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Black SapphireM Portimao BlueBrooklyn GreyVelvet Blue | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.7 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
