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Mahindra XUV 300 vs Citroen C3

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra XUV 300 or Citroen C3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between XUV 300 and C3. Mahindra XUV 300 Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for W2 5 Seater Petrol MT and Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT. Mahindra XUV 300 is 3 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 5000 rpm power whereas Citroen C3 is a 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm power. In terms of mileage, XUV 300 provides a mileage of 17 kmpl (base model), and C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model).

XUV 300 vs C3

Key HighlightsMahindra XUV300Citroen C3
PriceRs.7.99 LakhRs.6.23 Lakh
Engine Capacity1197 cc1198 cc
Power108.6 bhp @ 5000 rpm80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
Mileage/Range17 kmpl19.3 kmpl
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Mahindra XUV300 W2 5 Seater Petrol MT car
W2 5 Seater Petrol MT
Rs. 7.99 Lakh
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Citroen C3 Live Puretech 82 5 MT car
Live Puretech 82 5 MT
Rs. 6.23 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
N/A
7.00 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.4
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
-
315 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1198 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
108.6 bhp @ 5000 rpm
80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
Colors
Images
XUV 300 Images
XUV 300 Images
XUV 300 Images
C3 Images
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
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Projector headlight
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with anti-roll bar
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Twist beam suspension with coil spring
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
205/65 R16
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
205/65 R16
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.3 meters
4.98 meters
Tyre Size Spare
205/65 R16
185/65 R15
Wheels Size
R16
R15

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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check
Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
check
check

Infotainment & Communication

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

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
3 Years/100000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1197 cc
1198 cc
Engine Type
1.2 Turbo
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
6
5
Power
108.6 bhp @ 5000 rpm
80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
Torque
200 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
17 kmpl
19.3 kmpl
Top Speed
175 kmph
159 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
-
AC
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Rear AC Vents
-
Automatic climate control
Heater
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check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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check
Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
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2
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake
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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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check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3995 mm
3981 mm
Width
1821 mm
1733 mm
Height
1627 mm
1586 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2540 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
180 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
42 Litres
30 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
6 Litres
3.25 Litres
Boot Space
-
315 Litres
Kerb Weight
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958 kg
Body Type
SUV
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Loaded with a plethora of amenities such as dual-zone climate control, touchscreen infotainment, steering-mounted controls, automatic headlamps and wipers, and more
  • The SUV comes with a range of engine options including petrol, diesel, and turbo-petrol variants.
  • It offers comfortable seating and a spacious cabin with practical storage solutions
  • The XUV300 delivers excellent handling and responsive steering for enhanced maneuverability
  • Equipped with advanced safety features like six airbags, all-4 disc brakes, and more, earning a prestigious 5-Star GNCAP safety rating
  • It boasts refined and economical engines, whether it's the diesel or petrol model
  • It offers ample cabin space for up to five adults
  • 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
  • It has one of the smallest boot spaces in its segment
  • The fancier features are mostly found in the highest-spec models
  • The turbo-petrol versions cost more and only come with a manual transmission
  • Inside, the SUV has lots of features, but the design might seem a bit old-fashioned
  • The petrol and turbo-petrol engines aren't as fuel-efficient as some other cars in the class
  • It doesn't have rear AC vents, unlike some of its rivals
  • The rear legroom is not as great as some of its rivals
  • 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 Mahindra XUV300 and Citroen C3

Safety

XUV 300 comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, 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

XUV 300 has doors and seats. It is an with boot space, 42 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 180 mm. It is 1821 mm wide, 1627 mm high and 3995 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2600 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

Mahindra XUV 300 comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And C3 comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra XUV300 and Citroen C3 Owner Reviews

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    • Ds
      Dipak sarva
      15 Jul 2025
      5.0
      Mujhe yeh gadi bahut pasand hai. Iski performance aur power bahut acchi hai, aur look bhi kaafi attractive hai. I really like it!"
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      Neeraj
      02 Jul 2025
      4.4
      Good performance with great mileage, value for money in this segment, and excellent pickup. I have been driving this vehicle since Sep 23 and getting 17 kmph mileage in the city and 19 on the highway.
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      Pawan Mishra
      29 Jun 2025
      4.2
      This car is good. For long drives, it's also very good in the city. I highly recommend it to a businesspersonwho drives 100 km daily. I would love this car features Also looking beautiful.
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      Garima Gaba
      26 Jun 2025
      4.8
      The Mahindra XUV300 is a great 5-seater car with excellent service and top-notch quality. It provides a very good ownership and driving experience. I'm highly satisfied with the overall performance and service support.
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      Vijay yadav
      25 Jun 2025
      5.0
      Excellent car Pickup awesome , features are good. Everything is good about this vehicle ,with 7airbag, with electric sunroof,with cruise Lots of features are there in this car, good car. Style is good.
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