Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Renault Kiger 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 Kiger is priced at ₹699,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Renault Kiger's 999 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Renault Kiger. 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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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.0L SCe NA / 1.0L Turbo TCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (mid+) |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 96 Nm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 405 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3991 mm / 1750 mm / 1600 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2500 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Manual AC (base) / Automatic AC (top) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 8-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes (Turbo top) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | 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 (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags (4 on top) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| 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 | Ice Cool WhiteMoonlight SilverMahogany BrownCaspian BlueShadow GreyOasis YellowStealth BlackRadiant Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.9 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
