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Citroen Basalt X vs Kia Syros

In 2026 when choosing between the Citroen Basalt X and Kia Syros, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Citroen Basalt X Price starts at Rs. 7.95 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for You 1.2 Petrol MT, Kia Syros Price starts at Rs. 8.4 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE G1.0 Manual. Basalt X: 1199 cc engine, 18 to 18.7 kmpl mileage. Syros: 998 cc engine, 17.65 to 20.75 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Basalt X vs Syros Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Basalt x Syros
BrandCitroenKia
Price₹ 7.95 Lakhs₹ 8.4 Lakhs
Mileage18 to 18.7 kmpl17.65 to 20.75 kmpl
Engine Capacity1199 cc998 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders33

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Basalt X
Citroen Basalt X
You 1.2 Petrol MT
₹7.95 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Syros
Kia Syros
HTE G1.0 Manual
₹8.40 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Electric Motor
NoNo
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
9.95 seconds-
Driving Range
810 km-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
18 kmpl-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm118 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline998 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Rear Brake Type
Drum-
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel, Located in Boot
Front Tyres
205 / 60 R16195 / 65 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power-assisted (Electric) Steering with 3-Spokes Steering Wheel
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc-
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 Rows2
Bootspace
470 litres447 L
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres45 litres
Length
4352 mm3995 mm
Wheelbase
2651 mm2550 mm
Height
1593 mm1625 mm
Width
1765 mm1805 mm
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoTilt
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoParking Assist with Reverse Camera with Guidance
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No-
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Manual; Single Zone Front-row AC zone; Common Fan Speed Control Front AC fan speed control; Blower Rear AC zone; Rear AC vents
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal Only-
12V Power Outlets
1-
Front AC
No-
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
2 TripsYes
Shift Indicator
NoGear
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
TFT-
Average Speed
YesYes
Average Fuel Consumption
YesAverage fuel consumption; Distance to empty; Low fuel level warning
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Clock
AnalogueYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes-
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Engine immobilizer
YesYes
Child Safety Lock
YesYes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
YesYes
Central Locking
RemoteKeyless
Panaromic Sunroof
No-
Rub - Strips
BlackNo
Roof Mounted Antenna
No-
Body-Coloured Bumpers
YesYes
Body Kit
Cladding - Black/Grey-
Sunroof / Moonroof
No-
Adjustable ORVM
Electrically Adjustable-
Power Windows
Front OnlyFront & Rear Power Windows
One Touch -Down
Front-
Turn Indicators on ORVM
No-
Exterior Door Handles
Painted-
Interior Door Handles
Chrome-
Door Pockets
Front & RearFront & Rear Door Pockets
Rear Defogger
No-
One Touch - Up
No-
Cup Holders
NoCupholders in Front Only
Cooled Glove Box
No-
Battery Warranty (Kilometres)
Not Applicable-
Battery Warranty (Years)
Not Applicable-
Headlights
HalogenLED
Headlight Height Adjuster
YesYes
Daytime Running Lights
HalogenLED
Tail Lights
HalogenLED
Glove Box Lamp
No-
Cabin Lamps
FrontButton Controlled LED Cabin Lamp (Front and Rear), Reading Lamp & Boot Lamp
Fog Lights
HalogenNo
Rear Reading Lamp
No-
Automatic Head Lamps
No-
AM/FM Radio
Yes-
Steering mounted controls
NoYes
Wireless Charger
NoNo
Smart Connectivity
No-
Head Unit Size
Not Applicable-
iPod Compatibility
No-
Speakers
No6 Speakers
Bluetooth Compatibility
NoBluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), Type C Wired Connectivity
USB Compatibility
Yes-
GPS Navigation System
NoYes
Display
No10.25" HD Touch-screen Display
Aux Compatibility
No-
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)-
Middle rear three-point seatbelt
YesYes
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmphOverspeed Warning with 1 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
YesNo
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)-
Split Third Row Seat
No-
Seat Upholstery
FabricFabric
Interiors
Dual Tone-
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
No-
Rear Armrest
NoNo
Driver Seat Adjustment
4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)-
Ventilated Seats
NoNo
Interior Colours
Black and Grey-
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
No-
Rear Passenger Seats Type
Bench-
Folding Rear Seat
FullNo
Ventilated Seat Type
No-
Head-rests
Front & RearFront & Rear Headrests
Front Seatback Pockets
NoNo
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back)-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹9,03,431₹9,36,529
Ex-Showroom Price
₹7,95,000₹8,39,900
RTO
₹64,650₹58,793
Insurance
₹43,281₹37,336
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹19,418₹20,129
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons

Pros

Feature loadedSpacious cabinLarge boot

Cons

Polarising body shapeLikely premium pricing

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