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Maruti Suzuki Ciaz vs Citroen C3

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz or Citroen C3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Ciaz and C3. Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Price starts at Rs.9.41 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sigma and Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live Puretech 82 5 MT. Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is 4 cylinder, 1462 cc Engine can generate 104 bhp @ 6000 rpm power whereas Citroen C3 is a 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm power. In terms of mileage, Ciaz provides a mileage of 21.56 kmpl (base model), and C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model).

Ciaz vs C3

Key HighlightsMaruti CiazCitroen C3
PriceRs.9.41 LakhRs.6.23 Lakh
Engine Capacity1462 cc1198 cc
Power104 bhp @ 6000 rpm80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
Mileage/Range21.56 kmpl19.3 kmpl
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Maruti Ciaz Sigma car
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Rs. 9.41 Lakh
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Citroen C3 Live Puretech 82 5 MT car
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Rs. 6.23 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
10.53 Lakh
Price Breakup
7.00 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.4
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
510 Litres
315 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
1198 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
104 bhp @ 6000 rpm
80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
Colors
Images
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C3 Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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check
Adjustable ORVMs
check
check
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
check
check
Rear Wiper
-
Rear Defogger
check
Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
check
Projector headlight
check
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
185/65 R15
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
185/65 R15
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.4 meters
4.98 meters
Tyre Size Spare
185/65 R15
185/65 R15
Wheels Size
R15
R15

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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check
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
check
Shift Indicator
check
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
check
Multifunction Display
check
Touchscreen Size
-
10 inches
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
Gesture Control
-
Integrated Music System
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Speakers
6
4
AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
check
Wireless Charger

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years/40000 kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 6 Years/160000 kms
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1462 cc
1198 cc
Engine Type
K15 Smart Hybrid
PURETECH 82
No. of Cylinders
4
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5
5
Power
104 bhp @ 6000 rpm
80.46 bhp @ 5750rpm
Torque
138 Nm @ 4400 rpm
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
20.65 kmpl
19.3 kmpl
Top Speed
190 kmph
159 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

NCAP Rating
4 Star (ASEAN NCAP)
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Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4490 mm
3981 mm
Width
1730 mm
1733 mm
Height
1485 mm
1586 mm
Wheelbase
2650 mm
2540 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
180 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
43 Litres
30 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.1 Litres
3.25 Litres
Boot Space
510 Litres
315 Litres
Kerb Weight
1055 kg
958 kg
Body Type
Sedan
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • High levels of comfort - seats & suspension
  • Excellent space levels for both rows
  • Efficient and smooth 1.5 petrol unit
  • Top model with alloys looks good
  • Value based Nexa product
  • 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
  • No diesel engine on offer
  • Current 4-speed AT is a disappointment
  • 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 Maruti Ciaz and Citroen C3

Safety

Ciaz comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, 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

Ciaz has doors and seats. It is an with 510 Litres boot space, 43 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 170 mm. It is 1730 mm wide, 1485 mm high and 4490 mm long. It has 1055 kg kerb weight and 2650 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

Maruti Suzuki Ciaz comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission. And C3 comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Maruti Ciaz and Citroen C3 Owner Reviews

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  • C3 Review
    • JM
      Jayant Marathe
      28 Apr 2025
      5.0
      Very Nice Car. This is my 2nd Ciaz purchase. AC is powerful. Feel very comfortable on long drives as well as in city. Mileage is good. Interiors are pleasant. Overall, Good experience.
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      Sanjeev kumar
      25 Apr 2025
      5.0
      This is Overall excellent and good experience with Ciaz. Comfortable and safe travels during journey. This is my 1st car for family members. Thanks to Maruti Ciaz and Maruti team.
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      Simmi Kharb
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      Good, comfortable, safety, easy to maintain, design, quality, color, models and easy of repair, resale, user friendly, easy to drive and maintenance free, great features and technology rich and more.
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    • AC
      AMOD CHHAJER
      4 Month ago
      3.8
      It is good & comfort in drive. Long Drive doesn't make you feel lazy.
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    • R
      Reddy
      4 Month ago
      4.6
      Over all ok with last 10 years running and average also looks good, I generally use this car for office, daily run of around 20-25 kilometers, and highway comfortable good pickup and AC works well.
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