Comparing the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 Mahindra XUV 3XO is available at ₹754,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XUV 3XO comes with a 1,197 cc unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V automotive battery layout | — |
| Displacement | 1,197 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 20 kmpl | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 364 l | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 201 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1392 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror | — |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers | Fabric |
| Sound System | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) | — |
| USB Ports | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). | Yes |
| Voice Command | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights | Yes |
| Headlight | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Integrated low-profile roof rails | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy/ Steel | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.8 |
