Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Creta

Hyundai Creta Price starts at Rs. 10.99 Lakh which is Rs. 3.00 Lakh costlier than base model of Citroen Basalt priced at Rs. 7.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Citroen Basalt (Petrol Model) is 18.7 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Hyundai Creta (Diesel Model) is 19.1 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen Basalt (Top Model) is powered by 1199 cc engine , while Hyundai Creta (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DT vs Hyundai Creta SX (O) Knight Diesel AT DT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Basalt vs Creta

Key Highlights Basalt Max Turbo AT DTCreta SX (O) Knight Diesel AT DT
Engine Type Puretech 110 1.5L U2 CRDi
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 114bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 19.1 Kmpl
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Basalt vs Creta Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DTHyundai Creta SX (O) Knight Diesel AT DT
Rating
3 reviews
77 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Hyundai
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.95 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 20.29 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1493 cc
Body Type SUV,CoupeAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 114bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed AT
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen Basalt Colors
Hyundai Creta Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 19.1 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 215/60 R17
Boot Space 470 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 26,986 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 39,265 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 64,095 Basalt Insurance Rs. 87,457 Creta Insurance
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Engine Type
Puretech 110
1.5L U2 CRDi
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1493 cc
Max Power
109bhp@5500rpm
114bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Valve Configuration
...
DOHC
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDi
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
ECO|NORMAL|SPORT

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
50 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
18.7 Kmpl
19.1 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.3 m
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
215/60 R17
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Manual AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Interior Environment - Dual-tone Black & Grey dashboard,Premium Printed Roofliner,Instrument Panel - Deco 'Ash soft touch,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Satin Chrome Accents IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear lever surround, Steering wheel,Glossy Black Accents - Door armrest,AC vents (side) outer rings, Central AC Vents Steering wheel controls,Parcel Shelf,Distance to Empty,Average Fuel Consumption,Low Fuel Warning Lamp,Outside temperature indicator in cluster
Dual tone gray interiors, 2-step rear reclining seat, Door scuff plates, D-Cut steering wheel, Inside door handles (Metal finish), Rear parcel tray, Soothing amber ambient light, Rear seat headrest cushion, Leatherette pack (Steering wheel, Gear knob, Door armrest), Driver seat adjust Electric 8 way
Rear Seat Headrest
4
...
Digital Cluster
Full
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
470 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Body Coloured Bumpers,Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron-CHROME,Front Panel: Chrome moustache,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Body Side Sill Cladding`,Front Signature Grill: High Gloss Black,AColour Touch: Front Bumper & C-Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirror: High Gloss Black,Wheel Arch Cladding,Skid Plate - Front & Rear,Dual Tone Roof,Body Side Door Moulding & Chrome Insert,Front Grill Embellisher (Glossy Black + Painted)
Front & rear skid plate, Lightening arch C-pillar, LED high mounted stop lamp, Rear horizon LED lamp, Body colour Outside door mirrors, Side sill garnish, Quad beam LED headlamp, Horizon LED positioning lamp & DRLs, LED tail lamps, Black chrome parametric radiator grille, Diamond cut alloys, LED turn signal with sequential function, Chrome Outside door handles,Exclusive knight emblem
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4352*1765*1593 mm3
4330*1790*1635 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2610 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
190 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Rear Seat Smart 'Tilt' Cushion,Advanced Comfort Winged Rear Headrest
Map lamps, Sunglass holder, Electric parking brake with auto hold, Traction control modes (Snow, Mud, Sand)
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
MyCitroën Connect With 40 Smart Features
10.25 inch HD audio video navigation system, JioSaavan music streaming, Hyundai Bluelink, Bose premium sound 8 speaker system with front central speaker & sub-woofer
Automatic Climate Control
Available
2 Zone
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
3
3
No of Speakers
4
5
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Adjustable Headrest
Voice assisted sunroof
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
Knee Airbags
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
3 Point Seat Belts (All Seats)
Vehicle stability management, Driver anchor pretensioner, 3 Point seat belts (all seats), Emergency stop signal, Inside door override (Driver only), Driver rear view monitor, Electro chromic mirror with telematics switch, ADAS-Forward Collision - Avoidance Assist -(Car,Pedestrian, Cycle, Junction Turning), Safe Exit Warning, Lane Following Assist
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
RSA
Live Location
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen Basalt
  • Looks! Coupe SUV design turns a lot of heads
  • Rear seat space — great kneeroom and foot room. Ample headroom despite sloping roof
  • HUGE 470-litre boot space
  • Will accommodate a whole lot more than just a weekend’s worth of luggage easily.
Hyundai Creta
  • Updated styling isn’t as polarising - Looks expensive!; Improved interior design & quality makes in-cabin experience richer
  • Loaded with features: dual 10.25” displays
  • Level 2 ADAS
  • panoramic sunroof etc.
Citroen Basalt
  • Bare basic feature list - Sunroof
  • cruise control
  • push-button start stop are sorely missed; 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine does not feel refined
  • Automatic gearbox is slow to respond.
Hyundai Creta
  • Boot is shallow
  • best suited to small trolley bags
  • Limited variants for automatic - Turbo engine available in a single variant.

Is Hyundai Creta Better Than Citroen Basalt?

50% users have chosen Hyundai Creta over Citroen Basalt in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 134 users have also rated Hyundai Creta and Citroen Basalt on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Hyundai Creta is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your car. On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Basalt Creta
Mileage 4.2 3.9
Performance 4.6 4.4
Comfort 4.7 4.7
Maintenance 4.3 3.9
Safety 4.4 4.4
Features 4.7 4.7
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Which car is best between Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Creta?
Hyundai Creta is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Creta?
The Citroen Basalt is cheaper than Hyundai Creta by Rs. 6.34 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Creta?
The Hyundai Creta delivers better mileage 19.1 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Creta?
For the Max Turbo AT DT version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of Basalt produces 109bhp@5500rpm of power and 205Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the SX (O) Knight Diesel AT DT version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Creta produces 114bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen Basalt has better performance.

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