Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Tata Altroz 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 Tata Altroz is priced at ₹689,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Tata Altroz's 1199 cc, producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 86 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 18 – 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz. 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 | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2L Revotron Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 37 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed DCA |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 18 – 19 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 86 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Electric |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / DCA |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 345 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1036–1150 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 3990 mm × 1755 mm × 1523 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2501 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Manual / Fully Automatic |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen by Harman |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric / Premium Leatherette |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4 to 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | Halogen Projector / LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Adjustable / Foldable |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 165/80 R14, 185/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 2 Standard, up to 6 |
| 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 |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Arcade Grey, Avenue White, Downtown Red, Opera Blue, Harbour Blue, High Street Gold, Cosmo Dark |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
