Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 Fronx is available at ₹684,998, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx comes with a 1197 cc (1.2L) unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 73.6 kW@5500rpm and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 | 1197 cc (1.2L) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L K-Series (Petrol) | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol+CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT, 5-Speed AMT, 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (1.2L) / 3 (1.0L Turbo) | 3 |
| Power | 73.6 kW@5500rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 147.6@2000 | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 308 litres | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 965–1060 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm • Width: 1765 mm • Height: 1550 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Digital (variant-wise) | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-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 |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (select variants) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 6-speaker premium audio | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (higher variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 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 | Yes |
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| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
