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Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

In 2024 when choosing between the Citroen C3 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno, 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, Maruti Suzuki Baleno Price starts at Rs. 6.61 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Sigma MT. C3: 1198 cc engine, 19.3 kmpl mileage. Baleno: 1197 cc engine, 22.35 to 30.61 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
C3 vs Baleno Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS C3 Baleno
BrandCitroenMaruti Suzuki
Price₹ 6.16 Lakhs₹ 6.61 Lakhs
Mileage19.3 kmpl22.35 to 30.61 kmpl
Engine Capacity1198 cc1197 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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Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Sigma MT
₹6.61 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
PURETECH 821.2L VVT
Driving Range
579 Km827 Km
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm113 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
19.8 kmpl22.35 kmpl
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm88 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS 6BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 metres4.85 metres
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 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 SpringTorsion Beam
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Strut
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Ground Clearance
180 mm-
Length
3981 mm3990 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm2520 mm
Kerb Weight
958 kg925 kg
Height
1586 mm1500 mm
Width
1733 mm1745 mm
Bootspace
315 litres318 litres
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows-
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 litres37 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoTilt
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoNo
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoDriver & Co-Driver
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Anti-glare Mirrors
NoManual - Internal Only
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
No-
12V Power Outlets
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesYes
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Door Ajar Warning
NoNo
Clock
DigitalDigital
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesNo
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesNo
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
YesNo
Heads Up Display (HUD)
NoNo
Average Fuel Consumption
YesNo
Distance to Empty
YesNo
Seat Adjustment
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Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹7,00,913₹7,53,236
Ex-Showroom Price
₹6,16,000₹6,61,000
RTO
₹47,720₹51,100
Insurance
₹36,693₹40,636
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹15,065₹16,189
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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