Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Ciaz is available at ₹965,000, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 510 litres | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1130–1165 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Arkamys Tuned Audio System | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (No Wiper) | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
