Comparing the MG Astor and the Citroen eC3 X 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 eC3 X is priced at ₹1,199,000. On the engine front, the MG Astor comes with a 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) unit compared to the Citroen eC3 X's N/A (Electric Vehicle), producing 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) and 57 HP (42.5 kW) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor versus 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) | N/A (Electric Vehicle) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) | — |
| Mileage | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) | — |
| Power | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 57 HP (42.5 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / CVT | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 29.2 kWh |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 443 Litres | 315 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 183 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1250 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 2,540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | No — Fixed |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | — |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker System | JBL 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes (Shine variant) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top variant) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White | Polar WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
