Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Tata Punch 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 Punch is priced at ₹564,990. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Tata Punch's 1199 cc, producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 20 kmpl for the Tata Punch. 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free starter unit |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.2L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| 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) | 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Electric |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 366 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1440 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 193 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1000 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 3876, 1742, 1615 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2445 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking with flip key or wearable smart key configurations |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Single-zone Fully Automatic Climate Control with 'Xpress Cool' function |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 4-inch LCD digital driver display cluster up to a 7-inch semi-digital color TFT console on top tiers |
| Cruise Control | — | Available standard on mid-to-high trims |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch or an upgraded premium 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration |
| Keyless Entry | — | Passive smart key proximity sensor with Engine |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down toggle switch |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Start/Stop push button |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Premium fabric seats matching variant-specific interior persona layouts |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 6-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | — | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection |
| USB Ports | Yes | Primary Type-A media port along with a 12V auxiliary outlet, while the rear console features a high-output fast-charging USB Type-C port |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard front and rear bumpers accented with Granite Black rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED side indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear Windscreen Smart Wiper, Wash, and Defogger layout equipped |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps with signature geometric styling lines |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard outboard rear seat provisions included |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | 360-Degree Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Available highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyBengal RougeCoorg CloudsCaramelCyantafic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
