Comparing the Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster is available at ₹999,900, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Renault Duster comes with a 1498 cc / 1330 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.06 kmpl (est.) for the Renault Duster 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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| Displacement | 1498 cc / 1330 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD (top) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Petrol Turbo / 1.3L Turbo | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / CVT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 15.06 kmpl (est.) | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 210 Nm (1.5L) / 250 Nm (1.3L Turbo) | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (CVT) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 478 Litres | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4340 mm / 1804 mm / 1624 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2673 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 10.1-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 6 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 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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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteSunset RedMoonlight SilverRiver BlueMountain Jade GreenStealth Black | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
