Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Eeco 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 Eeco is priced at ₹520,900. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Eeco's 1197 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V lead-acid battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | K12N |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | Petrol: 32 litres CNG: 65 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 105.5/3000 |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 275 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1,510–1,540 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 940–1,085 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3,675 mm / 1,475 mm / 1,825 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 - 6( Higher Variant) |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2,350 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Manual air conditioning (select variants) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog instrument cluster with digital MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Basic audio system (select variants) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front only (select variants) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 2 speakers |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes (passenger variants) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Halogen |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 155 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel wheels |
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 | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Bluish BlackMetallic Glistening GreySolid WhiteMetallic Brisk BlueMetallic Silky Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
