Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the BMW M4 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 M4 is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW M4's 2993 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 9.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M4. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 2993 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / M xDrive AWD (Competition xDrive) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 9.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 650 Nm @ 2750-5500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (M Steptronic DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2280 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg (xDrive) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4794 mm / 1887 mm / 1393 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2857 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| 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 M Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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) | M Carbon Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight optional |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS with Track mode |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM |
| 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 | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Brooklyn GreyBlack SapphireIsle of Man GreenSao Paulo YellowSkyscraper GreyAventurine RedToronto RedPortimao BlueTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
