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Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Swift

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Citroen C3 or Maruti Suzuki Swift? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C3 and Swift. Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT and Maruti Suzuki Swift Price starts at Rs.6.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for LXI. Citroen C3 is 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Swift is a 3 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, C3 provides a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model), and Swift has a mileage of 24.8 kmpl (base model).

C3 vs Swift

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Maruti Swift
PriceRs.6.16 LakhRs.6.49 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc1197 cc
Power80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm89 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl24.8 kmpl
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Citroen C3 Live Puretech 82 5 MT car
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Rs. 6.16 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
6.92 Lakh
Price Breakup
7.29 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
3.5
Boot Space (Litres)
315 Litres
265 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
89 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
Swift Images
Swift Images
Swift Images
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Exterior

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

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

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

Instrumentation

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

Infotainment & Communication

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

Warranty

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

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1198 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
Z12E with ISS
No. of Cylinders
3
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5
5
Power
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
89 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
111.7 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
19.3 kmpl
24.8 kmpl
Top Speed
159 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6
Turbocharger

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

NCAP Rating
-
Not Tested
Airbags
2
6
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)
-
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
ASR / Traction Control
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3981 mm
3860 mm
Width
1733 mm
1735 mm
Height
1586 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
163 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
265 Litres
Kerb Weight
958 kg
920 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
  • New Z series engine is lightweight and fuel efficient
  • Front seats are best-in-segment and offer superb comfort and support
  • Ride quality is very comfortable
  • ‘Go-kart-like’ handling makes it one of the most fun-to-drive cars in the segment
  • Enhanced safety features including 6 airbags as standard
  • Base variant is well-equipped considering the price tag
  • AGS variants offer better economy as well as ease of driving
  • Design is attractive yet resembles the old-gen model
  • Overall fit and finish quality of the cabin is good
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 new 3-cylinder engine is not very enthusiastic to drive
  • Rear seat lacks thigh support for tall passengers
  • Mild vibrations at low revs can be felt on the pedals
  • AGS gearshifts could have been smoother
  • No option of CNG powertrain
  • All-black cabin feels plasticky and lacks premium appeal
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Detailed Comparison of Citroen C3 and Maruti Swift

Safety

C3 comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. Swift has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, 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, Swift is an with doors and seats ,37 Litres fuel tank capacity, 265 Litres boot space, 163 mm ground clearance.It has 1520 mm height, 3860 mm length, 1735 mm width, and 920 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

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

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Citroen C3 and Maruti Swift Owner Reviews

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  • Swift Review
    • 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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    • RS
      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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