Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Jimny 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 Jimny is priced at ₹1,232,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Jimny's 1462 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 77.1kW@6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 16.94 km/l (MT), 16.39 km/l (AT) for the Maruti Suzuki Jimny. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12 V Standard Automotive |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Full-time 4WD with ALLGRIP PRO |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | K15B with Idle Start Stop |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 40 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-speed MT / 4-speed AT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 16.94 km/l (MT), 16.39 km/l (AT) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 77.1kW@6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 134.2 Nm@4000 |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 12 V standard |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 332 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1545 |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1200 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | Length: 3985 mm • Width: 1645 mm • Height: 1720 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2590 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog dials with central digital display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Available in higher trims |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Driver only (higher trims) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 | Premium 6-speaker audio |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front & Rear |
| 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 | 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 | 195/80 R15 |
| 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Nexa BlueBluish BlackKinetic Yellow with Bluish BlackSizzling RedGranite GreyPearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red with Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
