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Citroen C3 [Old Generation] vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

In 2026 when choosing between the Citroen C3 [Old Generation] and Maruti Suzuki Baleno, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Citroen C3 [Old Generation] Price starts at Rs. 4.95 Lakhs (last recorded price) for Live 1.2 Petrol, Maruti Suzuki Baleno Price starts at Rs. 5.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Sigma Petrol Manual. C3 [Old Generation]: 1198 cc engine, 19.3 to 28.1 kmpl mileage. Baleno: 1197 cc engine, 22.35 to 23.8 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
C3 [Old Generation] vs Baleno Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS C3 [old generation] Baleno
BrandCitroenMaruti Suzuki
Price₹ 4.95 Lakhs₹ 5.99 Lakhs
Mileage19.3 to 28.1 kmpl22.35 to 23.8 kmpl
Engine Capacity1198 cc1197 cc
TransmissionManual Manual
Cylinders33

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C3 [Old Generation]
Citroen C3 [Old Generation]
Live 1.2 Petrol
₹4.95 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Sigma Petrol Manual
₹5.99 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
PURETECH 82Z12E engine
Driving Range
579 Km-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
19.8 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm82 bhp @ 5700 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS 6-
Engine
1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1197 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 metres4.85 metres
Rear Brake Type
Drum-
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel (185/65R15)
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Yes
Front Brake Type
Disc-
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with CoiL SpringTorsion Beam Type & Coil Spring
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMac Pherson Strut & Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Ground Clearance
180 mm-
Length
3981 mm3990 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2520 mm
Kerb Weight
958 kg-
Height
1586 mm1745 mm
Width
1733 mm1530 mm
Bootspace
315 litres-
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 litres37 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoYes
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Heater
Yes-
Cruise Control
No-
Parking Sensors
RearYes
Parking Assist
No-
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No-
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Manual; Single Zone Front-row AC zone; Common Fan Speed Control Front AC fan speed control; Blower Rear AC zone
Anti-glare Mirrors
No-
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
No-
12V Power Outlets
Yes-
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control-
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Door Ajar Warning
NoYes
Clock
Digital-
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes-
Tachometer
Digital-
Instantaneous Consumption
Yes-
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
Digital-
Average Speed
Yes-
Heads Up Display (HUD)
NoNo
Average Fuel Consumption
Yes-
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Engine immobilizer
YesYes
Child Safety Lock
YesYes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
No-
Central Locking
NoYes
Seat Adjustment
--
Panaromic Sunroof
No-
Rub - Strips
Black-
Chrome Finish Exhaust pipe
No-
Roof Mounted Antenna
Yes-
Body-Coloured Bumpers
YesYes
Body Kit
No-
Sunroof / Moonroof
No-
Power Windows
Front OnlyFront & Rear
Adjustable ORVM
Internally Adjustable-
Turn Indicators on ORVM
Yes-
Rear Defogger
NoYes
One Touch -Down
FrontYes
Rain-sensing Wipers
No-
Exterior Door Handles
Black-
Interior Door Handles
Black-
Door Pockets
Front & Rear-
Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)
Black-
Scuff Plates
No-
Boot-lid Opener
Internal-
One Touch - Up
FrontYes
Rear Wiper
NoNo
Driver Armrest Storage
No-
Sunglass Holder
No-
Cup Holders
Front Only-
Cooled Glove Box
No-
Cornering Headlights
No-
Glove Box Lamp
No-
Cabin Lamps
Front-
Rear Reading Lamp
No-
Lights on Vanity Mirrors
No-
Ambient Interior Lighting
No-
Automatic Head Lamps
NoNo
Headlights
HalogenLED
Tail Lights
HalogenLED
Headlight Height Adjuster
No-
Daytime Running Lights
Halogen-
Follow me home headlamps
NoNo
Puddle Lamps
No-
Warranty (Years)
23 Years / 100000 Kms
Battery Warranty (Kilometres)
Not Applicable-
Warranty (Kilometres)
40000-
Battery Warranty (Years)
Not Applicable-
Steering mounted controls
NoNo
Wireless Charger
No-
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)-
iPod Compatibility
No-
Bluetooth Compatibility
No-
Speakers
No-
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
No-
AM/FM Radio
No-
Head Unit Size
Not Applicable-
DVD Playback
No-
GPS Navigation System
No-
USB Compatibility
No-
Aux Compatibility
No-
Voice Command
No-
Display
No-
Remote AC On/Off Via app
No-
Remote Car Light Flashing & Honking Via app
No-
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
No-
Check Vehicle Status Via App
NoNo
Remote Car Lock/Unlock Via app
No-
Geo-Fence
NoNo
Find My Car
No-
Emergency Call
No-
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
No-
Airbags
2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Middle rear three-point seatbelt
NoYes
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Child Seat Anchor Points
-Yes
Puncture Repair Kit
No-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
NCAP Rating
Not Tested-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
-Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
No-
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
NoYes
Hill Hold Control
NoYes
Hill Descent Control
No-
Brake Assist (BA)
NoYes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
YesYes
Seat Upholstery
FabricYes
Interiors
Single Tone-
Driver Armrest
No-
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
No-
Rear Armrest
--
Driver Seat Adjustment
4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)-
Split Rear Seat
No-
Interior Colours
--
Rear Passenger Seats Type
Bench-
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
No-
Folding Rear Seat
Full-
Head-rests
Front & RearYes
Front Seatback Pockets
No-
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹5,55,640₹6,68,420
Ex-Showroom Price
₹4,95,000₹5,98,900
RTO
₹27,900₹32,956
Insurance
₹32,240₹36,064
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹11,942₹14,366
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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