Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Tata Nexon 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 Tata Nexon is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. 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 |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 44 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 17.4 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / AMT / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 382 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman |
| 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) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Up to 8-speaker Harman system |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Projector + LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED signature |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
