Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Tata Tiago 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 Tiago is priced at ₹459,990. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Tata Tiago's 1199 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 86 PS (85 bhp) @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 19 kmpl for the Tata Tiago. 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 Lead-Acid |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2L Revotron Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 35 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed Manual / AMT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 19 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 86 PS (85 bhp) @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 242 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1,335 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 935 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3765 mm, 1677 mm, 1535 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2400 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking with flip key mechanism |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital instrument cluster with an inverted segment LED display showing tachometer, fuel gauges, and trip computer data |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down function |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Premium fabric upholstery with a geometric pattern layout |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 8-Speaker Harman Audio System |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Power adjustable, auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED turn indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Available with rear smart wiper and wash timer |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Multi-focal Halogen Rear lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 175/65 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | 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 | Highline Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Ocean BlueSupernova CopperArizona BlueDaytona GreyTornado BluePristine White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
