Citroen Basalt X vs Mahindra Thar

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Citroen Basalt X price starts at Rs. 8.55 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.77 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar, priced at Rs. 10.32 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Basalt offers a claimed 18 kmpl, while the Thar delivers 11 kmpl. On the performance front, the Basalt uses a 1199cc engine producing 80bhp@5750rpm and the Thar a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm. If you're deciding between the Basalt and Thar, the Basalt is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar stands out for performance.

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Basalt vs Thar Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen Basalt XMahindra Thar
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 8.55 LakhRs. 10.32 Lakh
Mileage 18 kmpl11 kmpl
Engine 1199 cc1497 cc
Max power 80bhp@5750rpm116.93bhp@3500rpm

Basalt vs Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Basalt YouMahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel
Rating
4 reviews
269 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 8.55 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1497 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 80bhp@5750rpm 116.93bhp@3500rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
Citroen Basalt Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 18 Kmpl 11 kmpl
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 245/75 R16
Boot Space 470 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control Not Available No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 16,540 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 44,221 Basalt Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1199 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
Puretech 82
D117 CRDe
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1497 cc
Max Power
80bhp@5750rpm
116.93bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Turbo Charger
No
Yes
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
45 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
18 Kmpl
11 kmpl
Mileage (City)
Not Available
9 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
11 kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinio
Suspension Front
Not Available
2
Suspension Rear
6
3
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Not Available
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
245/75 R16
Wheel Size
Not Available
16
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless All-Terrai

Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
4.2 inch
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Leatherette
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Not Available
Digital Cluster
No
Sami (Monochrome)
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
5
3
Boot Space
470 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Wheel Covers
No
Not Available
ORVM
Manual,Powered & Folding
Manual
Boot Opening
Not Available
Manual
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
No
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Taillights
No
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Not Available
Trunk Light
No
Not Available
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4352*1765*1593 mm3
3985*1820*1850 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
226 mm
No. Of Doors
5
3

USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
No
Not Available
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front Only
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Cupholders
Front Only
Not Available
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
No
Auxillary Input
No
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
No
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Wireless Phone Charging
No
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Not Available
Rear ACVents
No
Yes
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
No
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Speakers Front
Not Available
No
Speakers Rear
Not Available
No
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
3 Point Seat Belts (All Seats)
Roll Cage
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
4 Star
Child Safety Lock
No
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
4 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Day Night IRVM
No
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
No
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
No

SOS Button
No
Not Available
RSA
No
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
No
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
No
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen Basalt X
  • 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
Citroen Basalt X
  • 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
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Which car is best between Citroen Basalt vs Mahindra Thar?
As per the users experiences Citroen Basalt X is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Basalt vs Mahindra Thar?
The Citroen Basalt X is cheaper than Mahindra Thar by ₹1.77 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Basalt vs Mahindra Thar?
For the You version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of Basalt produces 80bhp@5750rpm of power and 115Nm@3750rpm of torque. Whereas for the AXT RWD Diesel version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 116.93bhp@3500rpm of power and 300Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen Basalt X has better performance.

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