Comparing the MG Astor and the Citroen C3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the MG Astor is available at ₹1,101,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the MG Astor comes with a 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor versus 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 Litres | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) | 3 |
| Power | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / CVT | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 443 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 183 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1250 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker System | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
