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Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Citroen C3 or Maruti Suzuki S-Presso? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C3 and S-Presso. Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT and Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Price starts at Rs.4.26 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Citroen C3 is 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp@5750rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is a 3 cylinder, 998 cc Engine can generate 65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, C3 provides a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model), and S-Presso has a mileage of 24.12 kmpl (base model).

C3 vs S-Presso

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Maruti S-Presso
PriceRs.6.16 LakhRs.4.26 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc998 cc
Power80.87 bhp@5750rpm65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl24.12 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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Rs. 4.26 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
6.92 Lakh
Price Breakup
4.64 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
315 Litres
240 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
998 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Colors
Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
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S-Presso Images
S-Presso Images
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Exterior

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

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
145/80 R13
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
145/80 R13
Turning Radius
4.98 meters
4.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
165/80 R14
145/80 R13
Wheels Size
R15
R13

Instrumentation

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

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

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 years/ 40000 Kms
2 Years / 40000 km

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1198 cc
998 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
K10C
No. of Cylinders
3
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5 speed
5 Gears
Power
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
89 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Fast Charging
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
19.3 kmpl
24.12 kmpl
Top Speed
159 kmph
148 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
2
No information
Keyless Entry

Safety

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
0 Star (Global NCAP)
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)
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
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
3565 mm
Width
1733 mm
1520 mm
Height
1586 mm
1553 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2380 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
180 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 Litres
27 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.25 Litres
2.8 Litres
Boot Space
315 Litres
240 Litres
Kerb Weight
958 kg
736 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
  • Good suspension setup, resulting in great ride quality inside the cabin.
  • The compact size makes it easy to park and maneuver in the traffic and city conditions.
  • There is decent space inside the cabin for 3 adults to fit in the rear seats.
  • It offers excellent fuel efficiency. It is available in CNG too. This makes it a better option for tour and fleet operators.
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 build quality is not great and could have been better.
  • Engine vibrations can be felt inside due to the 3-cylinder effect.
  • Fit-finish quality of the interiors could be improved.
  • Top-end variants are on the premium side.
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Detailed Comparison of Citroen C3 and Maruti S-Presso

Safety

C3 comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. S-Presso has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

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, S-Presso is an with doors and seats ,27 Litres fuel tank capacity, 240 Litres boot space, 180 mm ground clearance.It has 1553 mm height, 3565 mm length, 1520 mm width, and 736 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Citroen C3 comes with FWD and 5 speed Manual transmission. And S-Presso comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.

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Citroen C3 and Maruti S-Presso Owner Reviews

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    • 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
      12 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
      12 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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