Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is priced at ₹1,972,400. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's 1462 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 139Nm @ 4300rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 0.76 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | Self-charging (no plug-in required) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1675 - 1735 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 – 1280 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic (select variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| 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 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) |
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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
