Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A200 1.3L Petrol Automatic 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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A200 1.3L Petrol Automatic is priced at ₹4,445,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A200 1.3L Petrol Automatic's 1332 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 163 PS + 14 PS (EQ Boost) @ N/A rpm respectively. 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 | — | 12 V |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1332 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.3L Turbocharged Inline-4 Petrol with Mild Hybrid (EQ Boost) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 43 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 7-speed Dual Clutch |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 163 PS + 14 PS (EQ Boost) @ N/A rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 270 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 370 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 4500000 |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | — |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1450 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4549 mm / 1796 mm / 1446 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | — |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic steering |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes (driver seat) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch MBUX touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes (KEYLESS-GO) |
| 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) | ARTICO man-made leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Standard sound system |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | 4 USB-C ports |
| Voice Command | — | Yes (Hey Mercedes) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED High Performance headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically adjustable ORVMs with integrated turn indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Rear defogger |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 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 | Reversing camera |
| 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 | Polar WhiteCosmos BlackSpectral BlueMountain GreyHigh-Tech Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
