Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 Mahindra XUV 3XO is priced at ₹754,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Mahindra XUV 3XO's 1,197 cc, producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO. 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 | — | 12V automotive battery layout |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 42 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 364 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1737 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 201 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1392 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2,600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options |
| Cruise Control | — | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | — |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier |
| Sunroof | — | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). |
| Voice Command | — | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element |
| Roof Rails | — | Integrated low-profile roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 215/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy/ Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
