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Citroen C3 vs Hyundai Santro

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

Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs. 6.16 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Live 1.2 Petrol, Hyundai Santro Price starts at Rs. 4.67 Lakhs (last recorded price) for Era Executive. C3: 1198 cc engine, 19.3 kmpl mileage. Santro: 1086 cc engine, 20 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
C3 vs Santro Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS C3 Santro
BrandCitroenHyundai
Price₹ 6.16 Lakhs₹ 4.67 Lakhs
Mileage19.3 kmpl20 kmpl
Engine Capacity1198 cc1086 cc
TransmissionManual Manual, Automatic
Cylinders34

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C3
Citroen C3
Live 1.2 Petrol
₹6.16 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Santro
Hyundai Santro
Era Executive
₹4.67 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Specification
Engine Type
PURETECH 821.1 Epsilon MPI Petrol
Driving Range
579 Km700
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm99 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
19.8 kmpl20
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm68 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS 6BS 6
Engine
1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1086 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 3 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol-
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 metres-
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15155 / 80 R13
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with CoiL SpringCoupled Torsion Beam Axle
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson strut
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15155 / 80 R13
Ground Clearance
180 mm-
Length
3981 mm3610
Wheelbase
2540 mm2400
Kerb Weight
958 kg-
Height
1586 mm1560
Width
1733 mm1645
Bootspace
315 litres-
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2
Seating Capacity
5 Person5
Doors
5 Doors5
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 litres35
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoNo
Cabin-Boot Access
YesNo
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoNo
Parking Sensors
RearNo
Parking Assist
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
NoManual - Internal Only
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
NoNo
12V Power Outlets
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesNo
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 1 Trip
Door Ajar Warning
NoYes
Clock
DigitalNo
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue
Average Speed
YesYes
Heads Up Display (HUD)
No-
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Seat Adjustment
-No
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹7,00,913₹5,35,324
Ex-Showroom Price
₹6,16,000₹4,76,690
RTO
₹47,720₹26,568
Insurance
₹36,693₹31,566
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹15,065₹11,506
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Youthful looksSpacious cabinAggressive turbo engine
Cons
Cabin finish imperfectNo automatic gearboxKey features missing or part of optional extra

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