Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and the Citroen C5 Aircross side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is available at ₹369,899, while the Citroen C5 Aircross is priced at ₹3,699,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Citroen C5 Aircross's 1997 cc (Diesel), producing 50.4 kW@5600 rpm and 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 versus 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross. 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 | Standard 12V car battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1997 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front‑Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres | 53 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5‑speed | 8-Speed EAT Automatic |
| Mileage | 24.90 kmpl | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT | Automatic (EAT8) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 214 l | 580 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2145 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 230 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 740–757 kg | 1565 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Collapsible/adjustable steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi‑digital | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Manual adjustable ORVMs | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front power windows on most trims | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Standard halogen combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 145/80 R13 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags standard | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
