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Tata Nexon iCNG vs Citroen Basalt X

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Tata Nexon iCNG or Citroen Basalt X? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Nexon iCNG and Basalt X. Tata Nexon iCNG Price starts at Rs.8.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Smart and Citroen Basalt X Price starts at Rs.7.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for You. Tata Nexon iCNG is 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 98.59 bhp @ 5000 power whereas Citroen Basalt X is a 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 80.87 bhp @ 5750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Nexon iCNG provides a mileage of 17.44 km/kg (base model), and Basalt X has a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model).

Nexon iCNG vs Basalt X

Key HighlightsTata Nexon iCNGCitroen Basalt X
PriceRs.8.23 LakhRs.7.95 Lakh
Engine Capacity1199 cc1199 cc
Power98.59 bhp @ 500080.87 bhp @ 5750 rpm
Mileage/Range17.44 km/kg18 kmpl
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Tata Nexon iCNG Smart car
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Rs. 8.23 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
9.21 Lakh
Price Breakup
8.93 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
CNG
Petrol
User Rating
4.5
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
321 Litres
470 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1199 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
98.59 bhp @ 5000
80.87 bhp @ 5750 rpm
Colors
Images
Nexon iCNG Images
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Basalt X Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent& Lower Wishbone& McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Macpherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent& Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar& Coil Spring and Shock Absorber
Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel
{195/60 R16}& Steel Rim
{185/65 R15)& Steel Rim
Front Tyre Size
195/60 R16
205/60 R16
Rear Tyre Size
195/60 R16
205/60 R16
Turning Radius
5.1 meters
5 meters
Wheels Size
R16
R16
Wheels Type
Steel Rims
Steel Rims

Exterior

Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear With Auto Down (All Four)
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Daytime Running Lights
check
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Outside door handles
Body Coloured
Black
Bumpers
Black
Body Coloured
Antenna
Sharkfin
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Body Coloured Boot Mounted
Roof Rails
Black
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
Manually Adjustable
Electrically Adjustable
Tail Gate
Manual Operation
Manual Operation
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured With Indicators
Black

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
check
check
Shift Indicator
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
-
check

Infotainment & Communication

Voice Command
check
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
check
Bluetooth Compatibility
Gesture Control
-
Integrated Music System
AM/FM Radio
check
Wireless Charger
Front tweeters
Android Auto and Apple Carplay

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/125000 Kms
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1199 cc
1199 cc
Engine Type
1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine
Puretech 82 1.2 L
No. of Cylinders
3
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
Three Cylinders
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Fuel Type
CNG
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
5
Power
98.59 bhp @ 5000
80.87 bhp @ 5750 rpm
Torque
170 Nm @ 2000-3000 rpm
115 Nm@ 3750 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
17.44 km/kg
18 kmpl
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
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Compression Ratio
16:01
11.5:1

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
Automatic climate control
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
check
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
3
3
Keyless Entry
Foldable Key
Parking Assist
check

Safety

Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
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
check
ASR / Traction Control
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
-
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
-
Hill Assist
check
check
Parking Camera

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3995 mm
4352 mm
Width
1804 mm
1765 mm
Height
1620 mm
1593 mm
Wheelbase
2498 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance
208 mm
180 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 Litres
3.5 Litres
Boot Space
321 Litres
470 Litres
Kerb Weight
-
1108 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The first CNG SUV with a turbo petrol engine
  • Dual-cylinder CNG technology offers more boot space
  • The interior is filled with a plethora of features such as ventilated seats, wireless charging, a 10.25-inch screen, and more
  • Offers 100 PS of power in CNG mode
  • It has a modern design with a sharp front and rear profile
  • The Nexon boasts a 5-star GNCAP safety rating
  • It offers direct CNG start and easy switchover of CNG to Petrol or vice versa
  • Excellent value for money : mid-size SUV at the price of a sub 4m offering
  • A very comfortable ride set-up, something that Citroens are known for
  • Spacious cabin, even tall rear passengers will not have a reason to complain
  • 470-litre boot is bigger than even the Honda Elevate!
  • Easy to drive manners - good visibility and light controls
  • 1.2-litre turbo petrol is punchy and the 6-speed AT responsive
Cons
  • The fit and finish of the cabin is questionable
  • Tata’s after sales service is not up to mark as compared to rivals
  • The ICE version of the Nexon has some technical issues, which might also be present in the iCNG version
  • Second row is not as spacious as some of the rivals
  • 3-Cylinder engine is not as refined as some of the rival
  • Features like sunroof, push button start, cruise control, auto lamps etc missing
  • No automatic (or even AMT) with non-turbo petrol. No CNG or diesel either
  • Limited dealer network - only 85 outlets across India at launch
  • Bharat crash test ratings might be average at best
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Detailed Comparison of Tata Nexon iCNG and Citroen Basalt X

Safety

Nexon iCNG 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, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock. Basalt X has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock.

Body

Nexon iCNG has doors and seats. It is an with 321 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 208 mm. It is 1804 mm wide, 1620 mm high and 3995 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2498 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Basalt X is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 470 Litres boot space, 180 mm ground clearance.It has 1593 mm height, 4352 mm length, 1765 mm width, and 1108 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Tata Nexon iCNG comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Basalt X comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Tata Nexon iCNG and Citroen Basalt X Owner Reviews

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    • P
      Prakash
      11 Dec 2025
      5.0
      This car is very good in its segment, and I’m planning to buy it. Safety is my top priority, and the Nexon offers solid safety along with good looks. The CNG variant also provides impressive fuel efficiency. Overall, it’s a great car and I really like it.
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      Budhmal
      11 Dec 2025
      5.0
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      manali sharma
      09 Dec 2025
      5.0
      This car has a sporty look and is loaded with features for its segment. I love its design and the vibrant color options. It delivers great mileage in the city and handles city traffic smoothly, making it a perfect blend of style and practicality.
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      S ????
      06 Dec 2025
      5.0
      Very safe car with a very good design and mileage. True Indian car, comfortable, best-selling, robust, and powerful.
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      Piyush Gupta Viraat Gupta
      23 Nov 2025
      5.0
      It is the best car in terms of safety and durability. Tata is very good in technology and designs nowadays. Tata gives families trust and safety.
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