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Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Citroen C3

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

Swift vs C3

Key HighlightsMaruti SwiftCitroen C3
PriceRs.6.49 LakhRs.6.16 Lakh
Engine Capacity1197 cc1198 cc
Power89 bhp @ 6000 rpm80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
Mileage/Range24.8 kmpl19.3 kmpl
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Maruti Swift LXI car
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Rs. 6.49 Lakh
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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
7.29 Lakh
Price Breakup
6.92 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
3.5
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
265 Litres
315 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1198 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
89 bhp @ 6000 rpm
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
Colors
Images
Swift Images
Swift Images
Swift Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
C3 Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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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
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
-
Steel
Front Tyre Size
165/80 R14
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
165/80 R14
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
4.8 meters
4.98 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
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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
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1197 cc
1198 cc
Engine Type
Z12E with ISS
PURETECH 82
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
89 bhp @ 6000 rpm
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
Torque
111.7 Nm @ 4300 rpm
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
24.8 kmpl
19.3 kmpl
Top Speed
-
159 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
-
AC
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check
Rear AC Vents
Automatic climate control
Heater
-
check
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
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2
Keyless Entry
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Electronic Parking Brake
-

Safety

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
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Airbags
6
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)
-
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
3860 mm
3981 mm
Width
1735 mm
1733 mm
Height
1520 mm
1586 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2540 mm
Ground Clearance
163 mm
180 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 Litres
30 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.1 Litres
3.25 Litres
Boot Space
265 Litres
315 Litres
Kerb Weight
920 kg
958 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 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
  • 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
Cons
  • 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
  • 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
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Detailed Comparison of Maruti Swift and Citroen C3

Safety

Swift comes loaded with 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. C3 has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

Body

Swift has doors and seats. It is an with 265 Litres boot space, 37 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 163 mm. It is 1735 mm wide, 1520 mm high and 3860 mm long. It has 920 kg kerb weight and 2450 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, C3 is an with doors and seats ,30 Litres fuel tank capacity, 315 Litres boot space, 180 mm ground clearance.It has 1586 mm height, 3981 mm length, 1733 mm width, and 958 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission. And C3 comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Maruti Swift and Citroen C3 Owner Reviews

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      Sachin chaudhary
      3 Month ago
      3.0
      This car has best performance and top facilities running speed is best and about more than any best features I like it Maruti Suzuki car is best performance and good
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      Nasim asta
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      Mind-blowing condition. after-market Android system, back camera. door visor, back bumper guard, steering cover, lamination, company seat cover, company foot mat, company wheel cap, aftermarket door handle, and looking glass nickeling, all very nice and in good condition.
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      Jebarson
      5 Month ago
      4.2
      It’s handling nicely when i pull over the car in traffic. Look vice versa, amazing design and front look so beautiful, that’s what motivated me to buy this car. Good looks and performance also
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      Rihan
      6 Month ago
      5.0
      Great car at a low price. I loved the car's interior and exterior designs, which are amazing, and the features of the car are also good.
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      PRASUN KUMAR
      6 Month ago
      4.6
      It looks and feels great! I wish it had some more leg space overall. It needs further comfort infusion to become a really classy car among the many available now. Long live Maruti Suzuki!
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