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Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Citroen C3 or Maruti Suzuki Dzire? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C3 and Dzire. Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT and Maruti Suzuki Dzire Price starts at Rs.6.79 Lakh (ex-showroom) for LXI. Citroen C3 is 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp@5750rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Dzire is a N/A cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 80.4 bhp power. In terms of mileage, C3 provides a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model), and Dzire has a mileage of 24.79 kmpl (base model).

C3 vs Dzire

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Maruti Dzire
PriceRs.6.16 LakhRs.6.79 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc1197 cc
Power80.87 bhp@5750rpm80.4 bhp
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl24.79 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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LXI
Rs. 6.79 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
6.92 Lakh
Price Breakup
7.62 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.5
Boot Space (Litres)
315 Litres
382 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
5 MT
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
80.4 bhp
Colors
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Dzire Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
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Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
Internally Adjustable
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
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Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
Internal
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Rain Sensing Wipers
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Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Mac Pherson 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
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Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
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Turning Radius
4.98 meters
4.8 meters
Tyre Size Spare
165/80 R14
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Wheels Size
R15
165/80 R14

Instrumentation

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

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

Basic Warranty
2 years/ 40000 Kms
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1198 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
Z12E
No. of Cylinders
3
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No. of valves per cylinder
4
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Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
5 MT
Gears
5 speed
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Power
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
80.4 bhp
Torque
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
111.7 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Fast Charging
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Drivetrain
FWD
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ARAI Certified Economy
19.3 kmpl
24.79 kmpl
Top Speed
159 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS VI

Comfort & Convenience

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

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3981 mm
3995 mm
Width
1733 mm
1735 mm
Height
1586 mm
1525 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
163 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
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Fuel Tank Capacity
30 Litres
37 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.25 Litres
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Boot Space
315 Litres
382 Litres
Kerb Weight
958 kg
960 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
Sedan

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 design is appealing and gives it a distinctive personality
  • Gets segment-first features like an electric sunroof, 360-degree camera, and others
  • 6-Airbags, ABS with EBD, Hill hold, ESP, and rear defogger are standard across the trim
  • 5-Star GNCAP crash test rating
  • The 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine offers good efficiency
  • Improved NVH (Noise, Vibration, & Harshness) levels
  • Good 368-litres of boot space
  • Maruti Suzuki’s reliability and large 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
  • Some cost-cutting measures are quite evident inside the cabin
  • The 3-cylinder petrol engine might be a turn-off for some customers
  • The light colour interior is prone to get dirty
  • No front armrest
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Detailed Comparison of Citroen C3 and Maruti Dzire

Safety

C3 comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. Dzire has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking.

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, Dzire is an with doors and seats ,37 Litres fuel tank capacity, 382 Litres boot space, 163 mm ground clearance.It has 1525 mm height, 3995 mm length, 1735 mm width, and 960 kgkerb weight.

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Citroen C3 and Maruti Dzire Owner Reviews

  • C3 Review
  • Dzire Review
    • IK
      Indrajit Kumar Rajhans
      7 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
      11 Month 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
      11 Month 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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