Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel's 2996 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 300 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 13-15 km/l for the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V Mild Hybrid Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 2996 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (Ingenium, Mild Hybrid) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 60-65 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel Mild Hybrid |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 13-15 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 300 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 700 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 650 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 2,050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2,874 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Power Adjustable with Memory |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation |
| 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) | Premium Windsor Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Meridian Signature Sound System |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple USB Ports |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front and Rear Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Performance Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Multiple |
| 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 |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
