Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Tata Tigor 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 Tigor is priced at ₹600,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Tata Tigor's 1199 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and Petrol – ~84.5 bhp @ 6000 rpm; CNG – ~72.4 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 19.2–19.6 kmpl; CNG 26.4–28 km/kg for the Tata Tigor. 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 | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2 L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 35 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / i-CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | : 5-speed manual or AMT |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 19.2–19.6 kmpl; CNG 26.4–28 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | Petrol – ~84.5 bhp @ 6000 rpm; CNG – ~72.4 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key-start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | Petrol – ~113 Nm @ 3300 rpm; CNG – ~95 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / 5-speed AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 419 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 165–170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1003 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 3995 mm × 1677 mm × 1532 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt only |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic climate control in higher trims |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Semi-digital / Analog with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto / Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 6-speaker system |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED DRLs with halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically adjustable with indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED elements |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 175/65 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front 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 | Meteor Bronze, Supernova Copper, Daytona Grey, Arizona Blue, Pristine White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
