Comparing the Citroen Basalt 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 Citroen Basalt is available at ₹799,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt 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 | 1199 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| 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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-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 | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
