Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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 Swift is priced at ₹578,900. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Swift's 1197 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 82 PS @ 5700 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) for the Maruti Suzuki Swift. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Z12E with ISS |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 37 Petrol CNG: 55 (Water Filling Capacity) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol with CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 82 PS @ 5700 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 112 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual/ Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 265 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1355 - 1425 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 163 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 920 - 990 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | Length 3860 mm Width1735 mm Height 1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Steering |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog Speedometer with Multi-Information Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen SmartPlay Studio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (select variants) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4-Speaker Audio System |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (select variants) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes (higher variants) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Combination Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 165/80 R14 (lower variants), 185/65 R15 (higher variants) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual Front Airbags (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes (AMT variants) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (select variants) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Sizzling RedLuster BlueMagma GreyNovel OrangeSplendid SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackPearl Arctic White with Bluish BlackLuster Blue with Bluish BlackSizzling Red with Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
