Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Citroen eC3 X 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 eC3 X is priced at ₹1,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Citroen eC3 X's N/A (Electric Vehicle), producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 57 HP (42.5 kW) 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 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X. 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 | 1197 cc | N/A (Electric Vehicle) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | — |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 57 HP (42.5 kW) |
| Starter | Self Start | — |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 29.2 kWh |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 315 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2,540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | No — Fixed |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | — |
| Cruise Control | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | — |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | JBL 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (Shine variant) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED | — |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | — |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Yes (top variant) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Polar WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange |
