Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Celerio and the Citroen Basalt side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio is available at ₹469,899, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 26 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Celerio versus 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt. 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 | 12 V standard automotive battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Next Gen K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32l, CNG: 60l | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 26 kmpl | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric starter system | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 91.1Nm @ 3400rpm | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5MT/ Auto Gear Shift | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 313 l | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1260 – 1320 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 810 – 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3695 mm × ~1655 mm × ~1555 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable steering | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | Stereoscopic Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Available on select trims | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes on Higher trims | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats with adjustable headrests | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Integrated audio with Bluetooth, USB, AUX connectivity | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported via SmartPlay system | — |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen reflector headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes, ORVM mounted indicators on select variants | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on selected items | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | Droplet Styled | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | ZXi+ -175/60 R 15, LXi,VXi,ZXi - 165/70 R 14 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy wheels on higher trims, steel wheels on base trims | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Standard ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Standard EBD | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Standard ESP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Available (especially with AMT) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Available on higher trims | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedPearl Arctic WhiteMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Glistening GreyMetallic Silky SilverPearl Caffeine BrownPearl Bluish Black | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
