Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Celerio and the Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 26 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Celerio versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. 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 | 12V |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | FWD |
| Engine Type | Next Gen K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32l, CNG: 60l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 26 kmpl | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric starter system | Electric |
| Torque | 91.1Nm @ 3400rpm | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5MT/ Auto Gear Shift | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 313 l | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1260 – 1320 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 810 – 915 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3695 mm × ~1655 mm × ~1555 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable steering | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Automatic |
| Cluster | Stereoscopic Instrument Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | Available on select trims | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes on Higher trims | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats with adjustable headrests | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Integrated audio with Bluetooth, USB, AUX connectivity | JBL |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple |
| Voice Command | Supported via SmartPlay system | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen reflector headlamps | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes, ORVM mounted indicators on select variants | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on selected items | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Droplet Styled | LED |
| Tyre Size | ZXi+ -175/60 R 15, LXi,VXi,ZXi - 165/70 R 14 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy wheels on higher trims, steel wheels on base trims | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Standard ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 6 |
| 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedPearl Arctic WhiteMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Glistening GreyMetallic Silky SilverPearl Caffeine BrownPearl Bluish Black | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
