Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno 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 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is available at ₹598,998, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | 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 | 360-Degree Camera | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.8 |
