Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the BMW M340i side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen Basalt is available at ₹799,000, while the BMW M340i is priced at ₹8,499,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW M340i's 2998 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i. 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 | 1199 cc | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2235 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| 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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M-specific ABS |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M compound brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
