Comparing the Citroen C5 Aircross and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen C5 Aircross is available at ₹3,699,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a 1997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross versus Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. 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 | 1997 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed EAT Automatic | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (EAT8) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 580 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1565 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
