Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster is priced at ₹999,900. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Renault Duster's 1498 cc / 1330 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 15.06 kmpl (est.) for the Renault Duster. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1498 cc / 1330 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD (top) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.5L Petrol Turbo / 1.3L Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed MT / CVT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 15.06 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 210 Nm (1.5L) / 250 Nm (1.3L Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 478 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4340 mm / 1804 mm / 1624 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2673 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 | 10.1-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 |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| 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 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 |
| 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 | Pearl WhiteSunset RedMoonlight SilverRiver BlueMountain Jade GreenStealth Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
