Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the MG Astor 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 MG Astor is priced at ₹1,101,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the MG Astor's 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo), producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 48 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic / CVT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 443 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 183 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2585 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Infinity 6-Speaker System |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (top) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 215/60 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 | 6 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 - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
