Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE 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 Dynamic SE Diesel is priced at ₹9,430,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Diesel's 1,999 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 201 bhp @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 15.2 kmpl for the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Diesel. 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 | — | 12V with Mild Hybrid system |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 2.0L Inline 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 60 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 201 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 430 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| 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 | 558 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 251 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1,857 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4,797 mm × 2,032 mm × 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 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
| 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) | leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Meridian Sound System or 3D Surround Sound |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front and Rear fog lights |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED headlights with DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Alloys |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| 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 (Front & rear) |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Fuji White, Santorini Black, Carpathian Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
