Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 is priced at ₹5,699,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Volvo EC40's N/A (Electric), producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) respectively. 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 | — | 82 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | AWD (Twin Motor) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front + Rear) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 670 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~28 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 590 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 452 Litres + 31 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2680 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 154 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 2185 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4440 mm / 1873 mm / 1596 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2702 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) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Central Touchscreen with 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 / Microfibre Blend |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - 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 Headlamps (Thor's Hammer) |
| 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 | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Crystal WhiteSand DuneOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
