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Citroen C3 vs Tata Altroz CNG

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Citroen C3 or Tata Altroz CNG? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C3 and Altroz CNG. Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live and Tata Altroz CNG Price starts at Rs.7.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for XE. Citroen C3 is 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp@5750rpm power whereas Tata Altroz CNG is a 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, C3 provides a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model), and Altroz CNG has a mileage of 26.2 km/kg (base model).

C3 vs Altroz CNG

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Tata Altroz CNG
PriceRs.6.16 LakhRs.7.60 Lakh
Engine Capacity1198 cc1199 cc
Power80.87 bhp@5750rpm72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range19.3 kmpl26.2 kmpl
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Citroen C3 Live car
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Rs. 6.16 Lakh
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Rs. 7.60 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

C3 specificationsAltroz CNG specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
6.92 Lakh
8.53 Lakh
Fuel Type
Petrol
CNG
User Rating
4.2
4.3
Boot Space (Litres)
315 Litres
210 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
1199 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

C3 Brakes, Suspension & TyresAltroz CNG Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Independent MacPherson dual path strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Twist beam with coil spring and shock absorber
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel Rims
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
165/80 R14
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
165/80 R14
Turning Radius
4.98 meters
5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
165/80 R14
165/80 R14
Wheels Size
R15
R14

Exterior

C3 ExteriorAltroz CNG Exterior
Sunroof
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs
Internally Adjustable
Externally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
checkYes
No
Rear Wiper
No
No
Rear Defogger
No
No
Bootlid Opener
Internal
Internal
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
No
Daytime Running Lights
Halogen
No
LED headlight
No
No
Projector headlight
No
checkYes
Automatic Headlamps
No
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
No
No

Instrumentation

C3 InstrumentationAltroz CNG Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
checkYes
checkYes
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
-
No
Shift Indicator
checkYes
No
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
checkYes
checkYes

Infotainment & Communication

C3 Infotainment & CommunicationAltroz CNG Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Android Auto
No
No
Voice Command
No
No
Infotainment Screen
No
No
Multifunction Display
No
No
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
No
No
Integrated Music System
No
No
Speakers
No
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
USB Compatibility
No
No
Wireless Charger
No
No
Basic Warranty
2 years or 40000 KMS
3 Years or 100000 KMS

Engine & Transmission

C3 Engine & TransmissionAltroz CNG Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1198 cc
1199 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
1.2 L CNG
No. of Cylinders
3
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
CNG
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5 Gears
5 Gears
Power
80.87 bhp@5750rpm
72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
103 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Fast Charging
No
No
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
19.3 kmpl
26.2 kmpl
Top Speed
159 kmph
165 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

C3 Comfort & ConvenienceAltroz CNG Comfort & Convenience
AC
checkYes
checkYes
Rear AC Vents
No
-
Automatic climate control
No
No
Heater
checkYes
checkYes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Start / Stop Button
No
No
Power Steering
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable steering
No
checkYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
checkYes
Leather streering wheels
No
No
Drive Modes
2
2
Keyless Entry
No
No
Electronic Parking Brake
-
No
Parking Assist
No
No

Safety

C3 SafetyAltroz CNG Safety
NCAP Rating
Not Tested
5 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
No
checkYes
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
checkYes
checkYes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
checkYes
checkYes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
No
No
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
No
checkYes
ASR / Traction Control
No
checkYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
No
No
Lane Departure Warning
-
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
No
No
Seat Belt Warning
checkYes
No
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
No
No
Rear Middle Head Rest
-
No

Dimensions & Capacity

C3 Dimensions & CapacityAltroz CNG Dimensions & Capacity
Length
3981 mm
3990 mm
Width
1733 mm
1755 mm
Height
1586 mm
1523 mm
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2501 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
165 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 Litres
60 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.25 Litres
3.5 Litres
Boot Space
315 Litres
210 Litres
Kerb Weight
958 kg
965 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

C3 Pros & ConsAltroz CNG 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
  • It uses first-in-segment dual-cylinder technology for the CNG resulting in ample boot space.
  • It has a premium cabin experience with comfortable seats.
  • It has a wide array of color options on offer
  • It has a 5-star GLOBAL NCAP safety rating, making it the safest hatchback.
  • The design is modern and sharp with a premium character attached to it.
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 fit-finish quality of the interior could have been improved.
  • The 3-cylinder engine does have evident vibrations present in the cabin.
  • The engine is not as refined as its rivals.
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Detailed Comparison of Citroen C3 and Tata Altroz CNG

Safety

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

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, Altroz CNG is an with doors and seats ,60 Litres fuel tank capacity, 210 Litres boot space, 165 mm ground clearance.It has 1523 mm height, 3990 mm length, 1755 mm width, and 965 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Citroen C3 comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission. And Altroz CNG comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.

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Citroen C3 and Tata Altroz CNG Owner Reviews

  • C3 Review
  • Altroz CNG Review
    • IK
      Indrajit Kumar Rajhans
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Citroen C3
      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
      5 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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.
      Likes (9)
    • K
      Kygghjjurt
      5 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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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      Likes (9)
    • RS
      Rafi Shaik
      5 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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
      6 Month ago
      Review for Citroen C3
      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
      Likes (7)
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      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Tata Altroz CNG
      5.0
      Its a comfortable car with nice interior and the mileage is also decent its an cng therefore the travelling is convenient with a good performance
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    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Tata Altroz CNG
      5.0
      Its model is looking very good but it is out of my budget but I really like the model of the car its safety ratings,its features and it is looking very comfortable.I wish for a dicount of 40 percent and the price should be around 3-4 lakhs.I feel very good to share my experience with you.Thank you.
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    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Tata Altroz CNG
      5.0
      nice comfortable seating more options totally wonderful and another one is my india company tata i like it more sir ratan tata is my favorite one of the best in world all friends suggest in one and only tata company cars suggest sir jai india
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    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Tata Altroz CNG
      5.0
      My best choice for this car. it has best loaded features.
      Likes (5)
    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Tata Altroz CNG
      5.0
      One of the best car with its features
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    Citroen C3 and Tata Altroz CNG FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Citroen C3?
    The on-road price of Citroen C3 is Rs. 6.92 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Tata Altroz CNG?
    The on-road price of Tata Altroz CNG is Rs. 8.53 Lakh in New Delhi.