Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Renault Kwid 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 Kwid is priced at ₹466,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Renault Kwid's 799 cc / 999 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 799 cc / 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 28 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 279 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 184 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 710 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2422 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 |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (top) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| 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 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
