Comparing the Hyundai Exter and the Citroen C3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hyundai Exter is available at ₹649,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter versus 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | Standard 12V system | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 19.2 kmpl | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 391 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | — |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline/Digital | — |
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| Color Options | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.8 |
