Comparing the BMW X1 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 X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3. 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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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 3 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 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 | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & 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 | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch 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 | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
