Comparing the Citroen C3 and the MG Hector 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 MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector. 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 | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| 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 |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | 215/65 R17 |
| 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 |
| 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 - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
