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Citroen C3 vs Kia Carens

In 2024 when choosing between the Citroen C3 and Kia Carens, 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, Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 8.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR. C3: 1198 cc engine, 19.3 kmpl mileage. Carens: 1482 cc engine, 17.9 to 21 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
C3 vs Carens Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS C3 Carens
BrandCitroenKia
Price₹ 6.16 Lakhs₹ 8.99 Lakhs
Mileage19.3 kmpl17.9 to 21 kmpl
Engine Capacity1198 cc1482 cc
TransmissionManual Manual, Automatic
Cylinders34

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C3
Citroen C3
Live 1.2 Petrol
₹6.16 Lakhs*
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Carens
Kia Carens
Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR
₹8.99 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
PURETECH 82Smartstream G 1.4T
Driving Range
579 Km743 Km
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
19.8 kmpl16.5 kmpl
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm113 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS 6BS 6
Engine
1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 metres-
Rear Brake Type
DrumDisc
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15195 / 65 R15
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 (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15195 / 65 R15
Ground Clearance
180 mm195 mm
Length
3981 mm4540 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2780 mm
Kerb Weight
958 kg-
Height
1586 mm1708 mm
Width
1733 mm1800 mm
Bootspace
315 litres-
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows3 Rows
Seating Capacity
5 Person7 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 litres45 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoTilt
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoNo
Parking Sensors
RearNo
Parking Assist
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No-
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
NoManual - Internal Only
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
NoYes
12V Power Outlets
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Door Ajar Warning
NoYes
Clock
DigitalAnalogue
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Gear Indicator
Yes-
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue
Average Speed
YesYes
Heads Up Display (HUD)
No-
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Seat Adjustment
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Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹7,00,913₹12,22,326
Ex-Showroom Price
₹6,16,000₹10,51,900
RTO
₹47,720₹1,17,190
Insurance
₹36,693₹52,736
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹15,065₹26,272
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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