Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Hyundai i20 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 i20 is priced at ₹704,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Hyundai i20's 1197 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 16 kmpl for the Hyundai i20. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V Standard |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2L Kappa Petrol with Dual VTVT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 16 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | 5-Speed Manual / IVT (CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 311 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 915 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3995 mm, 1775 mm, 1505 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2580 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch or 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric / Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Bose Premium 7-speaker system |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front Type-C Fast Charger + Rear USB Port |
| Voice Command | — | Available via Bluelink |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Available with Cooling Pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED MFR Headlamps / Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 185/65 R15 (Mid) / 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Hub Wheel (Mid) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Highline |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Amazon GreyFiery RedStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
