Comparing the MG Hector 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 Hector is available at ₹1,464,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector 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 | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 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 | 14-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 Sound System - 6 Speakers | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
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 - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 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° Camera | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
