Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Volvo EX30 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 EX30 is priced at ₹3,499,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Volvo EX30's N/A (Electric), producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 268 bhp (Single Motor) / 421 bhp (Twin Motor Performance) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 51 kWh / 69 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD (Single) / AWD (Twin) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Single or Dual) |
| 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 | 268 bhp (Single Motor) / 421 bhp (Twin Motor Performance) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 343 Nm (Single) / 543 Nm (Twin) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (153 kW) |
| Range | — | 480 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 318 Litres + 7 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2290 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 175 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1800 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4233 mm / 1837 mm / 1550 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2650 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 Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Integrated Central Display (portrait) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Pilot Assist ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Digital Key (Phone) |
| 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) | Microtech / Partial Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 9-Speaker 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 (Thor's Hammer) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps with Thor's Hammer DRL |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| 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 - ESC + DTC |
| 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 WhiteOnyx BlackVapour GreyCloud BlueSand Dune |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
