Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is priced at ₹9,499,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Volvo XC90's 1969 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 455 bhp (T8) / 303 bhp (T6) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 12 kmpl (est.) for the Volvo XC90. 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 | — | 18.8 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 2.0L T8 Recharge PHEV / T6 Petrol / B5 Diesel Mild Hybrid |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 71 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol PHEV / Mild Hybrid Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 12 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 455 bhp (T8) / 303 bhp (T6) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 709 Nm (T8) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (Geartronic 8-Speed) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 262 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 3250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 222 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 2500 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4953 mm / 1964 mm / 1776 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2984 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 | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.2-inch Portrait 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 - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Nappa Leather / Wool Blend |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Bowers & Wilkins 19-Speaker Platinum Edition |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Roof |
| 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 | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps (Thor's Hammer) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Auto 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 | 255/50 R20 (base) / 255/45 R21 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 21-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 - DSTC + RSC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| 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 GreyDenim BlueMulberry RedBright Dusk |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
