Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 Fronx is priced at ₹684,998. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Fronx's 1197 cc (1.2L), producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 73.6 kW@5500rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. 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 | 1197 cc (1.2L) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2 L K-Series (Petrol) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 37 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol+CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT, 5-Speed AMT, 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 (1.2L) / 3 (1.0L Turbo) |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 73.6 kW@5500rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 147.6@2000 |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 308 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1480 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 965–1060 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | Length: 3995 mm • Width: 1765 mm • Height: 1550 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog with MID / Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes (select variants) |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 6-speaker premium audio |
| USB Ports | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (higher variants) |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Nexa BlueOpulent RedArctic WhiteEarthen BrownSplendid SilverGrandeur GreyBluish BlackEarthen Brown with Bluish Black RoofSplendid Silver with Bluish Black RoofOpulent Red + Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
