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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Citroen C3 Aircross

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara or Citroen C3 Aircross? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Grand Vitara and C3 Aircross. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Price starts at Rs.10.80 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sigma MT and Citroen C3 Aircross Price starts at Rs.9.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for You. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is 4 cylinder, 1462 cc Engine can generate 105.67 bhp @ 6000 rpm power whereas Citroen C3 Aircross is a 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 108.49 bhp @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of N/A, Grand Vitara provides a N/A of 21.11N/A (base model), and C3 Aircross has a mileage of 18.5 kmpl (base model).

Grand Vitara vs C3 Aircross

Key HighlightsMaruti Grand VitaraCitroen C3 Aircross
PriceRs.10.80 LakhRs.9.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity1462 cc1199 cc
Power105.67 bhp @ 6000 rpm108.49 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Mileage/Range21.11N/A18.5 kmpl
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Maruti Grand Vitara Sigma MT car
Maruti Grand Vitara
Sigma MT
Rs. 10.80 Lakh
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Citroen C3 Aircross
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    Specifications Overview

    Grand Vitara specificationsC3 Aircross specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    12.51 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    11.17 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    Fuel Type
    Mild Hybrid
    Petrol
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.3
    Boot Space (Litres)
    373 Litres
    444 Litres
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Engine Displacement
    1462 cc
    1199 cc
    Max Power (bhp @rpm)
    105.67 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    108.49 bhp @ 5500 rpm
    Colors
    Grand Vitara Colours
    C3 Aircross Colours
    Images
    Grand Vitara Images
    C3 Aircross Images
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Grand Vitara Brakes, Suspension & TyresC3 Aircross Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
    Front Suspension
    MacPherson Strut
    Macpherson Strut with Coil Spring
    Rear Suspension
    Torsion Beam
    Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
    Front Brakes
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Brakes
    Disc
    Drum
    Wheels
    Steel Rims
    Steel Rims
    Spare Wheel
    Steel
    Steel
    Front Tyre Size
    215 / 60 R17
    215/60 R17
    Rear Tyre Size
    215 / 60 R17
    215/60 R17
    Turning Radius
    5.4 meters
    5.4 meters
    Tyre Size Spare
    215/60 R17
    205/65 R16
    Wheels Size
    R17
    R17

    Exterior

    Grand Vitara ExteriorC3 Aircross Exterior
    Sunroof
    No
    No
    Power Windows
    Front & Rear
    Front & Rear
    Adjustable ORVMs
    Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
    Electrically Adjustable
    Turn Indicators on ORVMs
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Rear Wiper
    No
    No
    Rear Defogger
    checkYes
    No
    Bootlid Opener
    Electric Tailgate Release
    Internal
    Rain Sensing Wipers
    No
    No
    Daytime Running Lights
    LED
    LED
    LED headlight
    No
    No
    Projector headlight
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Automatic Headlamps
    No
    No
    Follow Me Home Headlamps
    No
    No

    Instrumentation

    Grand Vitara InstrumentationC3 Aircross Instrumentation
    Low Fuel Level Warning
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Adjustable Cluster Brightness
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    -
    Gear Indicator
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Shift Indicator
    Dynamic
    checkYes
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    -
    Odometer
    Digital
    -
    Avg fuel economy display
    checkYes
    checkYes

    Infotainment & Communication

    Grand Vitara Infotainment & CommunicationC3 Aircross Infotainment & Communication
    Apple CarPlay
    checkYes
    No
    Android Auto
    checkYes
    No
    Voice Command
    No
    No
    Infotainment Screen
    checkYes
    No
    Multifunction Display
    No
    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
    2 Years or 40000 KMS

    Engine & Transmission

    Grand Vitara Engine & TransmissionC3 Aircross Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    1462 cc
    1199 cc
    Engine Type
    K15C + Mild Hybrid System
    PURETECH 110
    No. of Cylinders
    4
    3
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Cylinder Configuration
    DOHC
    -
    Fuel Type
    Mild Hybrid
    Petrol
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Gears
    5 Gears
    6 Gears
    Power
    105.67 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    108.49 bhp @ 5500 rpm
    Torque
    136.8 Nm @ 4400 rpm
    190 Nm @ 1750 rpm
    Fast Charging
    No
    -
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    FWD
    ARAI Certified Economy
    21.11 kmpl
    18.5 kmpl
    Top Speed
    135 kmph
    -
    Emission Norm
    BS6 Phase 2
    BS6 Phase 2

    Comfort & Convenience

    Grand Vitara Comfort & ConvenienceC3 Aircross Comfort & Convenience
    AC
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Rear AC Vents
    Blower& Vents Behind Front Armrest
    -
    Automatic climate control
    checkYes
    No
    Heater
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
    Driver & Co-Driver
    No
    Cruise Control
    No
    No
    Start / Stop Button
    checkYes
    No
    Power Steering
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Adjustable steering
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Multifunction Steering Wheel
    checkYes
    No
    Leather streering wheels
    No
    No
    Drive Modes
    4
    -
    Keyless Entry
    checkYes
    No
    Electronic Parking Brake
    -
    No
    Parking Assist
    No
    No

    Safety

    Grand Vitara SafetyC3 Aircross Safety
    NCAP Rating
    Not Tested
    Not Tested
    Airbags
    2
    2
    ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
    checkYes
    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)
    checkYes
    No
    ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
    checkYes
    No
    ASR / Traction Control
    No
    No
    Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
    No
    checkYes
    Lane Departure Warning
    -
    No
    Emergency Brake Light Flashing
    checkYes
    No
    Seat Belt Warning
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
    checkYes
    No
    Rear Middle Head Rest
    checkYes
    No

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Grand Vitara Dimensions & CapacityC3 Aircross Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    4345 mm
    4323 mm
    Width
    1795 mm
    1796 mm
    Height
    1645 mm
    1665 mm
    Wheelbase
    2600 mm
    2671 mm
    Ground Clearance
    210 mm
    200 mm
    No. of Seats
    5
    5
    No. of Doors
    5
    5
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    45 Litres
    45 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    4.7 Litres
    3.5 Litres
    Boot Space
    373 Litres
    444 Litres
    Kerb Weight
    1150 kg
    1195 kg
    Body Type
    SUV
    SUV

    Pros & Cons

    Grand Vitara Pros & ConsC3 Aircross Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • One of the most fuel-efficient C-Segment SUVs in its segment with 20+ kmpl claimed mileage
    • The only SUV in the segment with a proper hybrid powertrain with EV mode
    • Affordable AWD drivetrain with Suzuki AllGrip system offers good capabilities to the vehicle
    • Loaded with features such as a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 360-camera, ventilated seats, 9-inch touchscreen infotainment, and more
    • The base variant offers a decent number of features such as ESP, hill-start assist, automatic climate control, all-4 power windows, dual-functional LED DRLs, projector halogen headlamp
    • Comes with a factory-fitted CNG
    • It offers a good ride quality with well-tuned suspension and good driving dynamics
    • Backed by Maruti’s vast sales and service network
    • The Grand Vitara benefits from Toyota's expertise in hybrid powertrains, as the hybrid system is sourced directly from Toyota
    • It Looks muscular & offers a strong road presence
    • The Flexi-pro seating with a removable third row increases the utility factor
    • The C3 Aircross offers excellent ride quality which will keep the occupants comfortable
    • The turbo-petrol engine is peppy & fuel-efficient as well
    • It offers a massive 511 liters of boot space
    • Comes with a good number of features such as a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, TPMS, connected features, a 7-inch digital cluster, and more
    • Offers a lot of customization options directly from the factory
    Cons
    • Due to the hybrid battery, the boot in the hybrid variants is smaller than the regular variants
    • The use of hard plastic inside the cabin takes away the premium feel
    • The roof liner of the panoramic roof feels so flimsy
    • The three-cylinder hybrid engine makes a lot of noise when in petrol mode
    • It misses on features like electric seat adjustment, rain sensing wiper, ADAS, and more
    • The hybrid powertrain is available in two top-of-the-line variants which are a bit pricey
    • Not as engaging as the KIA Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and Skoda Kushaq in terms of driving
    • The engine is tuned to give mileage which feels lethargic sometimes
    • AWD is available in a single variant with manual transmission only and with a non-hybrid engine only
    • No turbo-petrol or diesel engine on offer
    • A single powertrain is on offer, with no option for diesel or hybrid
    • The third row is suitable for kids only, fitting an adult might be difficult
    • The audio quality is a bit low with 4 speakers and 2 tweeters
    • The use of hard plastic in the interior shows evident cost-cutting
    • Features like automatic climate control, wireless charging, sunroof, cruise control, and others are missing
    • Citroen is a new brand in India and the sales and service network is still limited
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    Safety

    Grand Vitara 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), Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. C3 Aircross has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

    Transmission

    Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission. And C3 Aircross comes with FWD and 6 Gears Manual transmission.

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    Maruti Grand Vitara and Citroen C3 Aircross Owner Reviews

    • Grand Vitara Review
    • C3 Aircross Review
      • As
        Awanish singh
        1 Month ago
        Review for Maruti Grand Vitara
        3.7
        Average car as compared to any other cars has the same features but I enjoy this car. Enjoy long trips. Average car maintenance and mileage comprehensive car and this no comments.
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      • AJ
        Ashutosh Jaiswal
        3 Month ago
        Review for Maruti Grand Vitara
        5.0
        A must try and buy car. Right size and everything. Only the boot space could have been bigger. Otherwise it’s a great car with great running and mileage. Love it.
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      • M
        Merin
        3 Month ago
        Review for Maruti Grand Vitara
        4.7
        It is very comfortable and spacious for a family. It has very smooth performance, low fuel costs, and great mileage. Very good vehicle at this price. The camera and sunroof have great features. especially, the look of the car is luxurious for a low budget. I don't find any cons in this car; it's really a very comfortable car. This car has scored 8 out of 10 in a crash test, so it's the best car to buy on a low budget.
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      • VK
        Vipin Kumar
        4 Month ago
        Review for Maruti Grand Vitara
        4.4
        There is enough of space for the user and passengers in the car thanks to its supportive and comfortable seats. Long rides are made easier and less tiring by the front seats' lumbar support and headrest adjustment.
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      • Jp
        Jitendra patidar
        4 Month ago
        Review for Maruti Grand Vitara
        4.4
        With sufficient power for both city driving and highway cruising, the engine offers a well-balanced performance.
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        Prabu
        5 Month ago
        Review for Citroen C3 Aircross
        4.4
        It offers competitive mileage in both urban and highway driving scenarios. Its balanced fuel efficiency, combined with its practicality and modern features, makes it a compelling choice for those seeking a versatile compact SUV.
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      • M
        Madan
        5 Month ago
        Review for Citroen C3 Aircross
        4.4
        It offers a smooth and refined driving experience, with responsive steering and well-controlled body movements. The engine options provide adequate power for daily driving, and the overall performance is well-suited for urban and suburban environments.
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      • S
        Sundaraj
        6 Month ago
        Review for Citroen C3 Aircross
        4.4
        It is well-visible from the road. Thanks to thoughtful design elements like available dual-tone paint or contrasting highlights across the vehicle, it feels and looks luxury from the first. The central console appears extremely opulent and provides the impression of being a large automobile. The interior design is upmarket. Dashboard has a rigid, athletic vibe.
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      • AB
        Albin Babu
        6 Month ago
        Review for Citroen C3 Aircross
        4.4
        It has a lot of body cladding throughout and big 15-inch wheels that give it a small SUV appearance. Additionally, it distinguishes itself from the crowd because of its styling. Dynamic look is created by sweeping arcs and sharp edges. The front fascia of the car is dominated by a bold grille and fashionable headlights, which give it an assured and commanding appearance.
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      • N
        Nirupam
        6 Month ago
        Review for Citroen C3 Aircross
        4.4
        It boasts a captivating and distinctive exterior, setting it apart within the segment. Split headlamp design, featuring LED daytime running lamps integrated into the bumper, exudes confidence. Chrome-graced grille and skid plates contribute to its SUV appeal. On the side, flared wheel arches, side cladding, and 17-inch alloy wheels establish robust stance.
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      Maruti Grand Vitara and Citroen C3 Aircross FAQs

      What is the on-road price of Maruti Grand Vitara?
      The on-road price of Maruti Grand Vitara is Rs. 12.51 Lakh in New Delhi.
      What is the on-road price of Citroen C3 Aircross?
      The on-road price of Citroen C3 Aircross is Rs. 11.17 Lakh in New Delhi.