Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Kia Seltos side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen C3 is available at ₹630,000, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos. 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 | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Smart Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
