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Tata Altroz vs Citroen C3

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Tata Altroz or Citroen C3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Altroz and C3. Tata Altroz Price starts at Rs.6.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for XE Petrol 5 Speed and Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT. Tata Altroz is 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 86.79 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, Altroz provides a mileage of 18.53 kmpl (base model), and C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model).

Altroz vs C3

Key HighlightsTata AltrozCitroen C3
PriceRs.6.50 LakhRs.6.16 Lakh
Engine Capacity1199 cc1198 cc
Power86.79 bhp @ 6000 rpm80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
Mileage/Range18.53 kmpl19.3 kmpl
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Tata Altroz XE Petrol 5 Speed  car
XE Petrol 5 Speed
Rs. 6.50 Lakh
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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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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
7.30 Lakh
Price Breakup
6.92 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.3
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
345 Litres
315 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1198 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
86.79 bhp @ 6000 rpm
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
Colors
Images
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C3 Images
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Exterior

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

Front Suspension
Independent MacPherson dual path strut with coil spring
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Twist beam with coil spring and shock absorber
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
165/80 R14
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
165/80 R14
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5 meters
4.98 meters
Tyre Size Spare
165/80 R14
165/80 R14
Wheels Size
R14
R15

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
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

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

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
2 Years/40000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1199 cc
1198 cc
Engine Type
1.2 L Revotron
PURETECH 82
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
5
Power
86.79 bhp @ 6000 rpm
80.87 bhp @ 5750rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 3250 rpm
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
19.33 kmpl
19.3 kmpl
Top Speed
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159 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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Rear AC Vents
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
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
2
2
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake

Safety

NCAP Rating
5 Star (Global NCAP)
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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)
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3990 mm
3981 mm
Width
1755 mm
1733 mm
Height
1523 mm
1586 mm
Wheelbase
2501 mm
2540 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 Litres
30 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 Litres
3.25 Litres
Boot Space
345 Litres
315 Litres
Kerb Weight
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958 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The Altroz provides a choice of four powertrains
  • It proudly holds a 5-star GNCAP crash test rating. This underscores its commitment to safety.
  • Only diesel hatchabck on offer in the Indian market
  • For easy entry and exit, the 90-degree wide door opening enhances convenience
  • The car has a well-equipped interior. It includes a touchscreen infotainment system and a Harman music system. It also has ambient lighting, a sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, and more.
  • The automatic variants come with a reasonable premium. They strike a balance without excessive pricing.
  • The Altroz has responsive steering. It instils confidence in the driver.
  • Equipped with dual-cylinder CNG technology, it maintains flexibility preserving some boot space.
  • 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 base variants miss certain features like a day-night IRVM, power-adjustable mirrors, and come with 14-inch steel wheels
  • The turbo petrol and diesel engine options do not have automatic transmissions available.
  • The three-cylinder engine lacks the refinement observed in competitors' four-cylinder engines
  • Engine noise is noticeable within the cabin. This suggests that there is room for improvement in NVH levels.
  • Some buyers might worry about Tata's fit and finish. They might also worry about service experience issues.
  • 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 Tata Altroz and Citroen C3

Safety

Altroz comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. C3 has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

Body

Altroz has doors and seats. It is an with 345 Litres boot space, 37 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 165 mm. It is 1755 mm wide, 1523 mm high and 3990 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2501 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

Tata Altroz comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission. And C3 comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Tata Altroz and Citroen C3 Owner Reviews

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    • Vd
      Vivek dave
      22 Dec 2024
      5.0
      Safety performance good Look very nice Milega good Space full All future good Awesome car and full good service Wonderful experience Company sound system good Total car good and well
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      Navnath Chavan
      18 Dec 2024
      5.0
      All features Very excellent car super car wonderful All features Very excellent car super car wonderful All features Very excellent car super car wonderful great.
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      Vikram
      31 Days ago
      5.0
      Best car driven till date altroz with best pickup mileage and best safety looks is awesome I like to drive for long drive to full day.
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      Anji
      1 Month ago
      4.6
      Safety and family use is excellent and very good for long driving and good for road trips and safety wise it five star rating was very good and best one.
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      Nilesh ku
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Best car in the segment, Road present is really good comfortable and build quality is best 5 star safety rating, The trust of Tata motors.
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