Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is available at ₹1,972,400, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139Nm @ 4300rpm | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 0.76 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | Self-charging (no plug-in required) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1675 - 1735 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 – 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) | — |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Tilt & Telescopic | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED | 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 | 215/60 R17 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
