Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Ciaz is priced at ₹965,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz's 1462 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 510 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1580 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1130–1165 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2650 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Premium Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Arkamys Tuned Audio System |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Defogger Only (No Wiper) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 185/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual Front 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 | — |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
