Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 Ertiga is available at ₹879,999, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 75.8 kW @6000 RPM and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5/6-speed Manual | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 209 l | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1760 - 1820 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1175 -1275 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4435 1735 1690 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2740mm | 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 (MID) | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen | 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 (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 4-speaker audio system | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Front & Rear USB Ports | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Halogen | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | 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, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (standard) | 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 |
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| Color Options | Arctic WhitePrime Oxford BlueMagma GreyAuburn RedPearl Metallic Dignity BrownSplendid SilverBluish Black | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
