Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Dzire

Citroen Basalt Price starts at Rs. 7.99 Lakh which is Rs. 1.42 Lakh costlier than base model of Maruti Dzire priced at Rs. 6.56 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Citroen Basalt (Petrol Model) is 18.7 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Maruti Dzire (Petrol Model) is 22.61 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen Basalt (Top Model) is powered by 1199 cc engine , while Maruti Dzire (Top Model) is powered by 1197 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DT vs Maruti Dzire ZXI Plus AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Basalt vs Dzire

Key Highlights Basalt Max Turbo AT DTDzire ZXI Plus AT
Engine Type Puretech 110 K12M VVT I4
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 88.50bhp@6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 22.61 Kmpl
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Basalt vs Dzire Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DTMaruti Suzuki Dzire ZXI Plus AT
Rating
4 reviews
322 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Maruti Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.83 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 9.33 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1197 cc
Body Type SUV,CoupeAll SUV Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 88.50bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 5-Speed AMT
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen Basalt Colors
Maruti Suzuki Dzire Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 22.61 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 185/65 R15
Boot Space ... 378 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 26,753 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 18,063 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 26,395 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 63,653 Basalt Insurance Rs. 47,119 Dzire Insurance
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Engine Type
Puretech 110
K12M VVT I4
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1197 cc
Max Power
109bhp@5500rpm
88.50bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
113Nm@4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
5-Speed AMT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
...
880-915 Kg
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
37 Liters
Top Speed
...
155 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
18.7 Kmpl
22.61 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
...
4.8 m
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Manual AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Interior Environment - Dual-tone Black & Grey dashboard,Premium Printed Roofliner,Instrument Panel - Deco 'Ash soft touch,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Satin Chrome Accents IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear lever surround, Steering wheel,Glossy Black Accents - Door armrest,AC vents (side) outer rings, Central AC Vents Steering wheel controls,Parcel Shelf,Distance to Empty,Average Fuel Consumption,Low Fuel Warning Lamp,Outside temperature indicator in cluster
Dual-Tone Interiors, Low-Fuel Warning Lamp, Modern wood accent with Natural gloss finish, Urbane Satin Chrome Accents on Console, Gear Lever & Steering Wheel, Front Dome Lamp, Front Door Armrest with Fabric, Driver Side Sunvisor with Ticket Holder, Coloured Multi-Information Display, Outside Temperature Display
Rear Seat Headrest
4
...
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
...
378 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Body Coloured Bumpers,Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron-CHROME,Front Panel: Chrome moustache,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Body Side Sill Cladding`,Front Signature Grill: High Gloss Black,AColour Touch: Front Bumper & C-Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirror: High Gloss Black,Wheel Arch Cladding,Skid Plate - Front & Rear,Dual Tone Roof,Body Side Door Moulding & Chrome Insert,Front Grill Embellisher (Glossy Black + Painted)
High Mounted LED Stop Lamp, Body Coloured Door Handles & ORVMs, Chrome Door Outer-Weather Strip, Precision Cut Alloy
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4352*1765*1593 mm3
3995*1735*1515 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2450 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Rear Seat Smart 'Tilt' Cushion,Advanced Comfort Winged Rear Headrest
Seat Belt Reminder with Buzzer(Front+ Rear Seat), Key-Left Warning Lamp & Buzzer, Pollen Filter, Chrome Front Fog Lamp Garnish, Rear Accessory Socket with Mobile Pocket
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
...
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
MyCitroën Connect With 40 Smart Features
Smartplay Studio System with Navigation and Voice Command, AHA Platform (Through Smartplay Studio App), Audio Remote Control(Through Smartplay Studio app)
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
Massage Seats
...
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
...
Not Available
Drive Modes
3
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
...
Not Available
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
...
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
2
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
3 Point Seat Belts (All Seats)
Suzuki HEARTECT Body, Seat Belt for all Seats
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
3 Star
Child Safety Lock
...
Lane Watch Camera
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen Basalt
  • Looks! Coupe SUV design turns a lot of heads
  • Rear seat space — great kneeroom and foot room. Ample headroom despite sloping roof
  • HUGE 470-litre boot space
  • Will accommodate a whole lot more than just a weekend’s worth of luggage easily.
Maruti Dzire
  • Plenty of features
  • refined Petrol engine with high efficiency
  • interior space
  • ride quality for city roads
Citroen Basalt
  • Bare basic feature list - Sunroof
  • cruise control
  • push-button start stop are sorely missed; 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine does not feel refined
  • Automatic gearbox is slow to respond.
Maruti Dzire
  • No diesel engine on offer
  • interior plastic quality is average

Is Citroen Basalt Better Than Maruti Dzire?

100% users have chosen Citroen Basalt over Maruti Dzire in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1567 users have also rated Citroen Basalt and Maruti Dzire on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Citroen Basalt is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Dzire is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Basalt Dzire
Mileage 4.0 4.2
Performance 4.3 4.2
Comfort 4.7 4.1
Maintenance 4.0 4.2
Safety 4.3 3.4
Features 4.7 3.8
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  • Maruti Dzire ZXI and VXI are offered with almost the same features which are power windows front, power windows rear, power boot, trunk light, vanity mirror etc. On the other hand, if you are eyeing a budget car with all the basic features covered, then the LXI variant would be a better pick. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
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Citroen Basalt Vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire?
As per the users experiences Citroen Basalt is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Dzire is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire?
The Maruti Dzire is cheaper than Citroen Basalt by Rs. 4.49 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire?
The Maruti Dzire delivers better mileage 22.61 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire?
For the Max Turbo AT DT version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of Basalt produces 109bhp@5500rpm of power and 205Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the ZXI Plus AT version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Dzire produces 88.50bhp@6000rpm of power and 113Nm@4400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen Basalt has better performance.

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