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Citroen C3 vs Nissan Magnite

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Citroen C3 or Nissan Magnite? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C3 and Magnite. Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.5.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for X Live and Nissan Magnite Price starts at Rs.6.14 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Visia B4D 1.0L Petrol. Citroen C3 is 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm power whereas Nissan Magnite is a 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, C3 provides a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model), and Magnite has a mileage of 19.4 kmpl (base model).

C3 vs Magnite

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Nissan Magnite
PriceRs.5.25 LakhRs.6.14 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc999 cc
Power80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm71 bhp @ 6250 rpm
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl19.4 kmpl
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Citroen C3 X Live car
X Live
Rs. 5.25 Lakh
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Nissan Magnite Visia B4D 1.0L Petrol car
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Rs. 6.14 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
5.74 Lakh
Price Breakup
6.90 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
315 Litres
336 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
999 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
71 bhp @ 6250 rpm
Colors
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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
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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Mac Pherson Strut with Lower Transverse Link
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Twin tube Telescopic Shock Absorber
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/60 R16
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/60 R16
Turning Radius
4.98 meters
5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
185/65 R15
165/80 R14
Wheels Size
R15
R16

Instrumentation

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

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
Touchscreen Size
10 inches
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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
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
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6 Years/ upto150000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1198 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
999 cc 3Cylinders Inline 4 Valves/Cylinder DOHC
No. of Cylinders
3
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
3
Three Cylinder
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5
5
Power
80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
71 bhp @ 6250 rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
96 Nm @ 3400 -3600 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
19.3 kmpl
19.4 kmpl
Top Speed
159 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
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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
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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
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Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake

Safety

NCAP Rating
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5 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
2
6
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)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3981 mm
3994 mm
Width
1733 mm
1758 mm
Height
1586 mm
1572 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
205 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 Litres
40 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.25 Litres
3.4 Litres
Boot Space
315 Litres
336 Litres
Kerb Weight
958 kg
1019 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
SUV

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
  • Stylish design and refreshed looks give it a modern and youthful appeal.
  • Turbocharged engine options enhance performance while maintaining fuel efficiency.
  • High ground clearance and sturdy build make it an ideal car for city and mild off-road driving.
  • Improved cabin materials and infotainment system add to the premium feel.
  • Improved NVH levels with acoustic glass.
  • Spacious interiors with ample legroom for both front and rear passengers.
  • Interior feels more premium when compared to the previous gen model.
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
  • Rear seat comfort may feel tight for three adults due to the narrow cabin.
  • Limited boot space compared to competitors in the same segment.
  • Lack of advanced driver-assistance features seen in some rival models.
  • The AMT gearbox on offer behaves laggy most of the time.
  • Limited sales and servicing network.
  • Misses out on a sunroof which is available with its rivals.
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Detailed Comparison of Citroen C3 and Nissan Magnite

Safety

C3 comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. Magnite has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, 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, Magnite is an with doors and seats ,40 Litres fuel tank capacity, 336 Litres boot space, 205 mm ground clearance.It has 1572 mm height, 3994 mm length, 1758 mm width, and 1019 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

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

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Citroen C3 and Nissan Magnite Owner Reviews

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    • r
      rakesh
      7 Month ago
      5.0
      Affordable and value of money I will purchase it in March 2025 very nice car for mid class and also value of money I suggest for purchase it to all.
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      Indrajit Kumar Rajhans
      1 Year 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
      2 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
      2 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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      Rafi Shaik
      2 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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