Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the MG ZS EV 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 ZS EV is priced at ₹1,898,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the MG ZS EV's N/A (Electric), producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 174 bhp respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 50.3 kWh LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 174 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 280 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 50.3 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - CCS2 DC (50 kW) |
| Range | — | 461 km - ARAI |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 448 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 161 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4314 mm / 1809 mm / 1644 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 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 |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Infinity 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
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 | 215/55 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 | 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 BlackAurora SilverCandy WhiteGlaze Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.9 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
