Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Celerio 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 Maruti Suzuki Celerio is priced at ₹469,899. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Celerio's 998 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 26 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Celerio. 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 | — | 12 V standard automotive battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Next Gen K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | Petrol: 32l, CNG: 60l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 26 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric starter system |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 91.1Nm @ 3400rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | 5MT/ Auto Gear Shift |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 313 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1260 – 1320 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 810 – 915 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3695 mm × ~1655 mm × ~1555 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2435 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable steering |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Stereoscopic Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Available on select trims |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and rear power windows |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes on Higher trims |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric seats with adjustable headrests |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Integrated audio with Bluetooth, USB, AUX connectivity |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Supported via SmartPlay system |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen reflector headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes, ORVM mounted indicators on select variants |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Available on selected items |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Droplet Styled |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | ZXi+ -175/60 R 15, LXi,VXi,ZXi - 165/70 R 14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy wheels on higher trims, steel wheels on base trims |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Standard ABS |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Standard EBD |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Standard ESP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Available (especially with AMT) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Available on higher trims |
| 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 | Solid Fire RedPearl Arctic WhiteMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Glistening GreyMetallic Silky SilverPearl Caffeine BrownPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
