Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Maruti Suzuki Ignis is priced at ₹534,999. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ignis's 1,197 cc, producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 81.80bhp@6000rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. 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 |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 20.89 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 81.80bhp@6000rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Key Start / Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 113Nm@4200rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 840 - 865 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 3700 1690 1595 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2435 |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt-adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic (select variants) |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front USB Port |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 175/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | Dual Front Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Nexa BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
