Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Volkswagen Tayron 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 Volkswagen Tayron is priced at ₹3,899,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Tayron's 1498 cc / 1984 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 148 bhp (1.5L) / 220 bhp (2.0L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 14.32 kmpl - ARAI for the Volkswagen Tayron. 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 | 1498 cc / 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / 4Motion AWD (2.0L) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.5L TSI evo ACT / 2.0L TSI |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 58 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 14.32 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 148 bhp (1.5L) / 220 bhp (2.0L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 250 Nm (1.5L) / 350 Nm (2.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4768 mm / 1858 mm / 1662 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2791 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive ACC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.9-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| 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) | Leather (top) / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 235/50 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 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 - 360° Area View |
| 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 | Oxy WhiteGrenadilla BlackNightshade BlueUltra VioletDolphin GreyOyster SilverCipressino Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
