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Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Citroen C3

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Maruti Suzuki Swift or Citroen C3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Swift and C3. Maruti Suzuki Swift Price starts at Rs.5.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for LXi and Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs.6.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Live. Maruti Suzuki Swift is 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 83.73 bhp @ 6000 rpm power whereas Citroen C3 is a 3 cylinder, 1198 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp@5750rpm power. In terms of mileage, Swift provides a mileage of 23.2 kmpl (base model), and C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (base model).

Swift vs C3

Key HighlightsMaruti SwiftCitroen C3
PriceRs.5.99 LakhRs.6.16 Lakh
Engine Capacity1197 cc1198 cc
Power83.73 bhp @ 6000 rpm80.87 bhp@5750rpm
Mileage/Range23.2 kmpl19.3 kmpl
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Maruti Swift LXi car
Maruti Swift
LXi
Rs. 5.99 Lakh
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Citroen C3 Live car
Citroen C3
Live
Rs. 6.16 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Swift specificationsC3 specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    6.55 Lakh
    6.92 Lakh
    Fuel Type
    Petrol
    Petrol
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.2
    Boot Space (Litres)
    268 Litres
    315 Litres
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Engine Displacement
    1197 cc
    1198 cc
    Max Power (bhp @rpm)
    83.73 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    80.87 bhp@5750rpm
    Colors
    Swift Colours
    C3 Colours
    Images
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    Swift Images
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Swift Brakes, Suspension & TyresC3 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
    Drum
    Drum
    Wheels
    Steel Rims
    Steel Rims
    Spare Wheel
    Steel
    Steel
    Front Tyre Size
    165/80 R14
    195/65 R15
    Rear Tyre Size
    165/80 R14
    195/65 R15
    Turning Radius
    4.8 meters
    4.98 meters
    Tyre Size Spare
    165/80 R14
    165/80 R14
    Wheels Size
    R14
    R15

    Exterior

    Swift ExteriorC3 Exterior
    Sunroof
    No
    No
    Power Windows
    No
    Front Only
    Adjustable ORVMs
    Internally Adjustable
    Internally Adjustable
    Turn Indicators on ORVMs
    No
    checkYes
    Rear Wiper
    No
    No
    Rear Defogger
    No
    No
    Bootlid Opener
    Internal
    Internal
    Rain Sensing Wipers
    No
    No
    Daytime Running Lights
    No
    Halogen
    LED headlight
    No
    No
    Projector headlight
    checkYes
    No
    Automatic Headlamps
    No
    No
    Follow Me Home Headlamps
    No
    No

    Instrumentation

    Swift InstrumentationC3 Instrumentation
    Low Fuel Level Warning
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Adjustable Cluster Brightness
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Fuel level guage
    Analogue
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    No
    -
    Shift Indicator
    Dynamic
    checkYes
    Tachometer
    No
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    Analogue
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Avg fuel economy display
    checkYes
    checkYes

    Infotainment & Communication

    Swift Infotainment & CommunicationC3 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
    Optional
    -
    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 / 40000 KMS
    2 years or 40000 KMS
    Extended Warranty
    5 Years or 100000 KMS
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    Engine & Transmission

    Swift Engine & TransmissionC3 Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    1197 cc
    1198 cc
    Engine Type
    1.2L Dual Jet
    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 Gears
    5 Gears
    Power
    83.73 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    80.87 bhp@5750rpm
    Torque
    113 Nm @ 4400 rpm
    115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
    Fast Charging
    No
    No
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    FWD
    ARAI Certified Economy
    22.38 kmpl
    19.3 kmpl
    Top Speed
    165 kmph
    159 kmph
    Emission Norm
    BS6 Phase 2
    BS6 Phase 2

    Comfort & Convenience

    Swift Comfort & ConvenienceC3 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
    checkYes
    No
    Multifunction Steering Wheel
    No
    No
    Leather streering wheels
    No
    No
    Drive Modes
    2
    2
    Keyless Entry
    No
    No
    Electronic Parking Brake
    No
    -
    Parking Assist
    No
    No

    Safety

    Swift SafetyC3 Safety
    NCAP Rating
    2 Star (Global NCAP)
    Not Tested
    Airbags
    2
    2
    ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
    checkYes
    No
    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
    No
    Lane Departure Warning
    No
    -
    Emergency Brake Light Flashing
    No
    No
    Seat Belt Warning
    checkYes
    checkYes
    Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
    checkYes
    No
    Rear Middle Head Rest
    No
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Swift Dimensions & CapacityC3 Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    3845 mm
    3981 mm
    Width
    1735 mm
    1733 mm
    Height
    1530 mm
    1586 mm
    Wheelbase
    2450 mm
    2540 mm
    Ground Clearance
    163 mm
    180 mm
    No. of Seats
    5
    5
    No. of Doors
    5
    5
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    37 Litres
    30 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.1 Litres
    3.25 Litres
    Boot Space
    268 Litres
    315 Litres
    Kerb Weight
    875 kg
    958 kg
    Body Type
    Hatchback
    Hatchback

    Pros & Cons

    Swift Pros & ConsC3 Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • It offers a stylish sporty design
    • One of the most fuel-efficient hatches in its segment
    • The Swift offers agile and responsive handling
    • It comes equipped with a range of features
    • Maruti Suzuki’s reliability in the Indian automotive market
    • Offers the most torque CNG powertrain in the segment
    • 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
    • Certain features, such as rear AC vents, TPMS, and wireless charging, are absent
    • The pricing of the top variant approaches that of the Baleno
    • The top-spec variant restricts features like LED DRLs and projector headlamps.
    • The steering tends to be lighter and lacks responsiveness in specific conditions
    • Mid-level variants are relatively less equipped in terms of features
    • The vehicle holds a modest 2-star GNCAP crash test rating
    • 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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    Safety

    Swift 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, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. C3 has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

    Body

    Swift has doors and seats. It is an with 268 Litres boot space, 37 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 163 mm. It is 1735 mm wide, 1530 mm high and 3845 mm long. It has 875 kg kerb weight and 2450 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 Swift comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission. And C3 comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.

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    Maruti Swift and Citroen C3 Owner Reviews

    • Swift Review
    • C3 Review
      • SM
        Sharad Margudri
        14 Apr 2024
        Review for Maruti Swift
        3.9
        This car is perfect for family. I own this car because I want this.
        Likes (5)
      • R
        Rahul
        13 Apr 2024
        Review for Maruti Swift
        5.0
        Excellent experience The car is very important for our life thanks Maruti Suzuki. our car is very important to safety our family this regard to I go Tata Nexon car .
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      • MJ
        Muhammed Jaseem
        13 Apr 2024
        Review for Maruti Swift
        5.0
        amazing performance . travelling vibes I love this amazing show over.
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      • G
        Gunajit
        13 Apr 2024
        Review for Maruti Swift
        5.0
        Awesome car and very comfortable, good mileage and low maintenance.
        Likes (1)
      • M
        MANISHANKAR
        03 Apr 2024
        Review for Maruti Swift
        4.1
        Comfortable car in the best price with better mileage and the comfort of the car is good and AC was good and design is good.
        Likes (1)
      • 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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      • Ap
        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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      • 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
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      Maruti Swift and Citroen C3 FAQs

      What is the on-road price of Maruti Swift?
      The on-road price of Maruti Swift is Rs. 6.55 Lakh in New Delhi.
      What is the on-road price of Citroen C3?
      The on-road price of Citroen C3 is Rs. 6.92 Lakh in New Delhi.