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Citroen C3 Aircross vs Mahindra Thar

In 2024 when choosing between the Citroen C3 Aircross and Mahindra Thar, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Citroen C3 Aircross Price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for You 1.2 5 STR, Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs. 11.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD. C3 Aircross: 1199 cc engine, 18.5 kmpl mileage. Thar: 1497 cc engine, 8 to 15.2 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
C3 Aircross vs Thar Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS C3 aircross Thar
BrandCitroenMahindra
Price₹ 9.99 Lakhs₹ 11.25 Lakhs
Mileage18.5 kmpl8 to 15.2 kmpl
Engine Capacity1199 cc1497 cc
TransmissionManual Manual, Automatic
Cylinders34

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C3 Aircross
Citroen C3 Aircross
You 1.2 5 STR
₹9.99 Lakhs*
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Thar
Mahindra Thar
AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
₹11.25 Lakhs*
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Specification
Engine Type
PURETECH 110D117 CRDe
Driving Range
833 Km-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
190 Nm @ 1750 rpm300 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
18.5 kmpl-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
109 bhp @ 5500 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDRWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS 6
Engine
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolDiesel
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 metres-
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15245 / 75 R16
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Front Brake Type
Ventilated DiscDisc
Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut with Coil SpringIndependent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil SpringMultilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15245 / 75 R16
Ground Clearance
200 mm226 mm
Length
4323 mm3985 mm
Wheelbase
2671 mm2450 mm
Kerb Weight
1195 kg-
Height
1665 mm1844 mm
Width
1796 mm1820 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Bootspace
444 litres-
Seating Capacity
5 Person4 Person
Doors
5 Doors3 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres45 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoNo
Heater
YesYes
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoVisual display
Keyless Start/ Button Start
No-
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No-
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
12V Power Outlets
Yes1
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
NoYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesYes
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Shift Indicator
Yes-
Instantaneous Consumption
YesNo
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
Yes-
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Clock
DigitalDigital
Door Ajar Warning
NoYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Seat Adjustment
No2 Way
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹11,24,919₹13,33,552
Ex-Showroom Price
₹9,99,000₹11,25,001
RTO
₹74,530₹1,52,625
Insurance
₹50,789₹55,426
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹600₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹24,178₹28,663
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Powerful engineBrilliant ride quality
Cons
Lack of basic features

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