Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Ertiga

Maruti Ertiga Price starts at Rs. 8.69 Lakh which is Rs. 70,000 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 Maruti Ertiga (Petrol Model) is 20.3 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen Basalt (Top Model) is powered by 1199 cc engine , while Maruti Ertiga (Top Model) is powered by 1462 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DT vs Maruti Ertiga ZXI Plus AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Basalt vs Ertiga

Key Highlights Basalt Max Turbo AT DTErtiga ZXI Plus AT
Engine Type Puretech 110 K15C Smart Hybrid
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 20.3 Kmpl
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Basalt vs Ertiga Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DTMaruti Suzuki Ertiga ZXI Plus AT
Rating
3 reviews
164 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Maruti Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.95 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 13.03 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1462 cc
Body Type SUV,CoupeAll SUV Cars MUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen Basalt Colors
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 20.3 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 185/65 R15
Boot Space 470 Liters 209 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. 25,206 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 26,088 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 64,095 Basalt Insurance Rs. 60,709 Ertiga Insurance
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Engine Type
Puretech 110
K15C Smart Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1462 cc
Max Power
109bhp@5500rpm
101.64bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
136.8Nm@4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
...
1150-1205 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Drive Mode Types
Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
45 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
18.7 Kmpl
20.3 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.2 m
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
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
Sculpted Dashboard with Metallic Teak-Wooden Finish, Metallic Teak-Wooden Finish on Door Trims (Front),3rd Row 50:50 Split Seats with Recline function, Flexible luggage space with Flat Fold (3rd Row), Plush Dual-Tone Seat Fabric, Front Seat Back Pockets, Driver Side Sunvisor with Ticket Holder, Dazzle Chrome Tipped Parking Brake Lever, Gear Shift Knob with Dazzle Chrome Finish, Split Type Luggage Board
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
Semi
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
7
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
470 Liters
209 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)
3D Origami Style LED Tail Lamps, Dynamic Chrome Winged Front Grille, Floating Type Roof Design in Rear, New Back Door Garnish with Chrome Insert, Chrome Plated Door Handles,Body Coloured ORVMs
Trunk Light
...
Length*Width*Height
4352*1765*1593 mm3
4395*1735*1690 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2380 mm

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
...
17.8 Cm Touchscreen SmartPlay Infotainment System, Tweeters 2, Apple Carplay, Android auto, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Scree
Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Rear Seat Smart 'Tilt' Cushion,Advanced Comfort Winged Rear Headrest
MID With Coloured TFT, Digital Clock, Outside Temperature Gauge, Fuel Consumption (Instantaneous and Avg), Headlamp On Warning, Air Cooled Twin Cup Holders (Console), Power Socket (12V) 2nd Row, 2nd Row Smart Phone Storage Space, Power Socket (12V) 3rd Row, Retractable ORVMs (Key Operated),Coin/Ticket Holder (Driver Side), Foot rest, Suzuki connect(Emergency Alerts, Breakdown notification, Stolen Vehicle Notification and Tracking, Time Fence, Trip Summary,, Driving Behaviour, Share Trip History, Area Guidance Around Destination, Vehicle location Sharing, Overspeed, AC Idling, Trip (Start & End), Low Fuel & Low Range, Dashboard View, Hazard Light ON/OFF, Headlight OFF, Battery Health), Distance to Empty
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
MyCitroën Connect With 40 Smart Features
SmartPlay Pro Touch Screen Infotainment System, Premium Sound System, Wireless android auto & apple carplay
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
3
...
No of Speakers
4
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
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
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Assist
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
4
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
3 Point Seat Belts (All Seats)
Suzuki Heartect Platform
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Smartwatch App
...
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Tow Away Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
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.
Maruti Ertiga
  • Looks better
  • four airbags in the top-end variant
  • 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters. CNG is available with more features
  • claimed efficiency gets a slight boost
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.
Maruti Ertiga
  • Not much change to the exterior. Power numbers have dropped slightly. Prices have jumped up.

Is Maruti Ertiga Better Than Citroen Basalt?

100% users have chosen Maruti Ertiga over Citroen Basalt in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 385 users have also rated Maruti Ertiga 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 Maruti Ertiga is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Citroen Basalt is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, safety and features.
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 Ertiga
Mileage 4.0 3.9
Performance 4.1 4.4
Comfort 4.2 4.7
Maintenance 4.2 3.9
Safety 3.6 4.4
Features 4.0 4.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is a better option: Maruti Ertiga or Maruti XL6?
  • The Ertiga is still one of the most sensible family cars to buy on a budget. It is a very comfortable 7-seater family car with high fuel efficiency. On the other hand, the updates to the XL6 make it a better family MPV. Especially the added safety and convenience features are a welcome addition. The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers a better road presence with new safety and premium features are a welcome addition. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. What is the difference between Ertiga ZXI and Ertiga ZXI Plus?
  • Reverse Camera is only for ZXI Plus model
  • Ertiga ZXI and ZXI Plus come with almost the same features, only one feature is different which is Cruise Control over the ZXI variant.

Citroen Basalt Vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
As per the users experiences Citroen Basalt is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Ertiga is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
The Maruti Ertiga is cheaper than Citroen Basalt by Rs. 92,000.
Which car has better mileage Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
The Maruti Ertiga delivers better mileage 20.3 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
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 ZXI Plus AT version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of Ertiga produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 136.8Nm@4400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen Basalt has better performance.

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