Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis is priced at ₹534,999. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ignis's 1,197 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 81.80bhp@6000rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. 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 | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 20.89 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 81.80bhp@6000rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key Start / Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 113Nm@4200rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 840 - 865 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3700 1690 1595 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2435 |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic (select variants) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) |
| 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 | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front USB Port |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 175/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
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 BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
