Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Eeco 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 Eeco is available at ₹520,900, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco 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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| Battery | 12V lead-acid battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | K12N | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32 litres CNG: 65 litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 105.5/3000 | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 275 l | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,510–1,540 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 940–1,085 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,675 mm / 1,475 mm / 1,825 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 6( Higher Variant) | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | No | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning (select variants) | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | Analog instrument cluster with digital MID | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | Basic audio system (select variants) | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front only (select variants) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 2 speakers | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (passenger variants) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | Halogen | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 155 R13 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Bluish BlackMetallic Glistening GreySolid WhiteMetallic Brisk BlueMetallic Silky Silver | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
