Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Hyundai CRETA Electric 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 Hyundai CRETA Electric is priced at ₹1,802,201. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 510 km / full charge for the Hyundai CRETA Electric. 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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| Battery | — | Lithium-ion |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | — |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric (Battery) |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | — |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 510 km / full charge |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 171 bhp (126 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 255 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Single Speed Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 51.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | 4.8 hours (0-100%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes, via CCS2 charging port with multi-color SOC indicator |
| Range | — | 510 km per full charge |
| Regenerative Braking | — | 4 levels of intensity, adjustable via steering-mounted paddle shifters |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4340 mm / 1790 mm / 1655 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) with touch interface |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Curvilinear twin-screen setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Available (8-way Powered Driver Seat) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Dual 26.03 cm curvilinear screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | All 4 windows (Front & Rear); Driver’s window with Auto up/down and Safety Power (Anti-pinch) |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Included with dual cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Leatherette |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | — | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Available (3 Type-C ports) |
| Voice Command | — | Available (Bluelink connected) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Quad-beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Foldable and Adjustable with integrated LED Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Connected LED Tail Lamps with a signature light bar |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Aero alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Emergency Brake Assist |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | 360-degree Surround View Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Ocean BlueAtlas WhiteFiery RedStarry NightTitanium BlackTitanium Black MatteRobust Emerald MatteTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
