Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Volkswagen Virtus 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 Volkswagen Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Volkswagen Virtus. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2651 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 Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-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 | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
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 |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
