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Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Citroen C3 or Maruti Suzuki Baleno? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C3 and Baleno. Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Price starts at Rs.6.66 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sigma. Citroen C3 is 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Baleno is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 89.7 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, C3 provides a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model), and Baleno has a mileage of 22.35 kmpl (base model).

C3 vs Baleno

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Maruti Suzuki Baleno
PriceRs.6.16 LakhRs.6.66 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc1197 cc
Power80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm89.7 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl22.35 kmpl
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Citroen C3 Live Puretech 82 5 MT car
Live Puretech 82 5 MT
Rs. 6.16 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
6.92 Lakh
Price Breakup
7.48 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
315 Litres
318 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
89.7 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
Baleno Images
Baleno Images
Baleno Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Torsion Beam
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
185/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
185/65 R15
Turning Radius
4.98 meters
4.85 meters
Tyre Size Spare
165/80 R14
185/65 R15
Wheels Size
R15
R15

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
check
Multifunction Display
Touchscreen Size
10 inches
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Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Bluetooth Compatibility
Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
Speakers
4
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AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years/40000 Kms
2 Years/40000 kms
Extended Warranty
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5 Years/100000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1198 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
1.2L VVT
No. of Cylinders
3
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5
5
Power
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
89.7 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
113 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
19.3 kmpl
22.35 kmpl
Top Speed
159 kmph
180 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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Rear AC Vents
Automatic climate control
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Heater
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check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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check
Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
2
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Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake

Safety

NCAP Rating
-
Not Tested
Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3981 mm
3990 mm
Width
1733 mm
1745 mm
Height
1586 mm
1500 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2520 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
170 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 Litres
37 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.25 Litres
3.1 Litres
Boot Space
315 Litres
318 Litres
Kerb Weight
958 kg
925 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Looks good and offers a striking design
  • Comes with a fuel-efficient 1.2-litre NA petrol and a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine
  • The 6-speed manual transmission is smooth and offers light gearshifts
  • The cabin is well laid out with practical storage spaces
  • It offers good features such as a digital instrument cluster, 10-inch infotainment with wireless connectivity among other features
  • It offers multiple customization options to suit different kinds of buyers
  • The suspension is comfortable and the hatchback offers good handling
  • The new Baleno looks more sporty yet elegant in design
  • It offers a practical cabin with a spacious and feature-loaded interior
  • Standard features include all-4 power windows. The car also has automatic climate control and a rear defogger.
  • Fuel-efficient petrol and CNG engines on offer
  • You can get the automatic transmission at an affordable price.
  • Segment first features on offer such as 360 camera and head-up display
  • The suspension is well-tuned to offer a comfortable ride
  • Maruti’s widespread sales and service network
Cons
  • The cost-cutting measures are noticeable within the cabin
  • There is no option for an automatic transmission
  • The top-spec variant is priced at Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom), which is relatively high for its segment
  • The integrated headrests are not ergonomically comfortable
  • The cabin width accommodates four adults comfortably, but fitting five people might be uncomfortable
  • The limited availability of service centers and dealer networks poses a concern for long-term reliability
  • The Baleno lacks turbo petrol and diesel engine choices
  • The automatic transmission exhibits a noticeable lag. It lacks the smoothness seen in rival offerings with CVT or DCT.
  • It doesn't deliver an enjoyable driving experience, as the engine is tuned more for efficiency
  • Several features are absent which can be seen in competitors. They include an air purifier, rear armrest, sunroof, and TPMS.
  • The higher variants of the Baleno are pricey. The features provided do not seem to justify the cost.
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Detailed Comparison of Citroen C3 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Safety

C3 comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. Baleno has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

C3 has doors and seats. It is an with 315 Litres boot space, 30 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 180 mm. It is 1733 mm wide, 1586 mm high and 3981 mm long. It has 958 kg kerb weight and 2540 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Baleno is an with doors and seats ,37 Litres fuel tank capacity, 318 Litres boot space, 170 mm ground clearance.It has 1500 mm height, 3990 mm length, 1745 mm width, and 925 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Citroen C3 comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission. And Baleno comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Citroen C3 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Owner Reviews

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    • IK
      Indrajit Kumar Rajhans
      8 Month ago
      4.2
      Overall good and exterior looking nice available in different different attractive colors , safety wise good , comfortable for back passengers, boot space not enough, overall I will give 8 points out of 10 .
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      Arvind patel
      1 Year ago
      4.4
      The car is packed with advanced technology features, including a touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, and a range of safety features such as airbags, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control.
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      Kygghjjurt
      1 Year ago
      4.4
      It is a compact car that is known for its impressive performance. The car is powered by a range of engines, including a 1.2-liter PureTech petrol engine and a 1.5-liter BlueHDi diesel engine. The petrol engine produces 82 horsepower and 134 Nm of torque, while the diesel engine produces 99 horsepower and 236 Nm of torque.
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      Rafi Shaik
      1 Year ago
      4.4
      Good.i feel very happy for these features.so I comfort at road.so travelling sevare places Price point of view it is very good and engine also 1.2 l so I get this car very comfort feeling. Purchase this car is very good.the air cross also very good.in SUVs.finally it is very
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      Naveen
      1 Year ago
      4.4
      This car is very beautiful and easy drive in the best car. Car mileage is best all car and space it between to safety is best all seat is safety is best car. This car is best safety zone and safety belt all interor best quality in this car.thanku you
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