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Citroen Basalt vs Kia Carens

In 2026 when choosing between the Citroen Basalt and Kia Carens, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Citroen Basalt Price starts at Rs. 7.95 Lakhs (last recorded price) for You 1.2 Petrol MT, Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 11.02 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Premium (O) 1.5 Petrol 7 STR. Basalt: 1199 cc engine, 18 to 19.5 kmpl mileage. Carens: 1493 cc engine, 12.6 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Basalt vs Carens Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Basalt Carens
BrandCitroenKia
Price₹ 7.95 Lakhs₹ 11.02 Lakhs
Mileage18 to 19.5 kmpl12.6 kmpl
Engine Capacity1199 cc1493 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual
Cylinders34

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Basalt
Citroen Basalt
You 1.2 Petrol MT
₹7.95 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Carens
Kia Carens
Premium (O) 1.5 Petrol 7 STR
₹11.02 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Electric Motor
No-
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
9.95 seconds10.42 seconds
Driving Range
810 km-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
18 kmpl12.6 kmpl
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm113 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Rear Brake Type
DrumDisc
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
205 / 60 R16195 / 65 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
Ventilated DiscDisc
Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist with Coil SpringCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
205 / 60 R16195 / 65 R15
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows3 Rows
Bootspace
470 litres216 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person7 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres45 litres
Length
4352 mm4540 mm
Wheelbase
2651 mm2780 mm
Height
1593 mm1708 mm
Width
1765 mm1800 mm
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoTilt
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoReverse Camera with Guidance
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
12V Power Outlets
1Yes
Front AC
NoSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesNo
Trip Meter
2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Shift Indicator
NoYes
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
TFTDigital
Average Speed
YesYes
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Clock
AnalogueDigital
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Engine immobilizer
YesYes
Child Safety Lock
YesYes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
YesYes
Central Locking
RemoteKeyless
Panaromic Sunroof
NoNo
Rub - Strips
BlackNo
Roof Mounted Antenna
NoYes
Body-Coloured Bumpers
YesYes
Body Kit
Cladding - Black/GreyNo
Sunroof / Moonroof
NoNo
Adjustable ORVM
Electrically AdjustableExternally Adjustable
Power Windows
Front OnlyFront & Rear
One Touch -Down
FrontNo
Turn Indicators on ORVM
NoNo
Exterior Door Handles
PaintedBody Coloured
Interior Door Handles
ChromeSilver
Door Pockets
Front & RearFront & Rear
Rear Defogger
NoNo
One Touch - Up
NoNo
Cup Holders
NoFront & Rear
Cooled Glove Box
NoNo
Battery Warranty (Kilometres)
Not ApplicableNot Applicable
Battery Warranty (Years)
Not ApplicableNot Applicable
Headlights
HalogenHalogen
Headlight Height Adjuster
YesYes
Daytime Running Lights
HalogenLED
Tail Lights
HalogenHalogen
Glove Box Lamp
No-
Cabin Lamps
FrontFront and Rear
Fog Lights
HalogenNo
Rear Reading Lamp
No-
Automatic Head Lamps
NoNo
AM/FM Radio
YesYes
Steering mounted controls
NoYes
Wireless Charger
NoNo
Smart Connectivity
NoAndroid Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Head Unit Size
Not Applicable2 Din
iPod Compatibility
NoNo
Speakers
NoNo
Bluetooth Compatibility
NoPhone Calls & Audio Streaming
USB Compatibility
YesYes
GPS Navigation System
NoNo
Display
NoLCD Display
Aux Compatibility
NoNo
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Middle rear three-point seatbelt
YesNo
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Child Seat Anchor Points
YesYes
Puncture Repair Kit
YesNo
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
NoYes
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
YesYes
Hill Hold Control
YesYes
Hill Descent Control
YesYes
Four-Wheel-Drive
NoNo
Ride Height Adjustment
Yes-
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
YesYes
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Split Third Row Seat
No50:50 split
Seat Upholstery
FabricFabric + Leatherette
Interiors
Dual ToneDual Tone
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
NoNo
Rear Armrest
NoWith Cup Holder
Driver Seat Adjustment
4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Ventilated Seats
NoNo
Interior Colours
Black and GreyBlack and Beige
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
NoNo
Rear Passenger Seats Type
BenchBench
Folding Rear Seat
FullFlat
Ventilated Seat Type
No-
Head-rests
Front & RearFront & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
NoYes
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹9,03,431₹12,79,166
Ex-Showroom Price
₹7,95,000₹11,01,900
RTO
₹64,650₹1,22,190
Insurance
₹43,281₹54,576
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹19,418₹27,494
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons

Pros

Coupe profile looks nicely differentTurbo engine is punchyRelatively spacious cabin

Cons

Lacks NVH refinementSeveral popular features still missing

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