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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 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 PS @ 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 Baleno
PriceRs.6.16 LakhRs.6.66 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc1197 cc
Power80.87 bhp@5750rpm89.7 PS @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl22.35 kmpl
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Citroen C3 Live car
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Rs. 6.16 Lakh
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Sigma
Rs. 6.66 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
4.1
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 PS @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

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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 Rims
Steel Rims
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

Exterior

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Sunroof
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs
Internally Adjustable
Externally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
check
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
check
Bootlid Opener
Internal
Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
Halogen
LED headlight
Projector headlight
check
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Instrumentation

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

Infotainment & Communication

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Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
check
Multifunction Display
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
Bluetooth Compatibility
Integrated Music System
Speakers
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Basic Warranty
2 years or 40000 KMS
2 Years or 40000 KMS

Engine & Transmission

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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 Gears
5 Gears
Power
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
89.7 PS @ 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

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AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
-
Automatic climate control
check
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-Driver
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
2
No information
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake
-
Parking Assist

Safety

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NCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
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)
check
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
-
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
-

Dimensions & Capacity

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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

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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 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, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.

Transmission

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

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Citroen C3 and Maruti Baleno Owner Reviews

  • C3 Review
  • Baleno Review
    • IK
      Indrajit Kumar Rajhans
      29 Days ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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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    • Ap
      Arvind patel
      5 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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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    • K
      Kygghjjurt
      5 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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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      Likes (9)
    • RS
      Rafi Shaik
      6 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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
      7 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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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