Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Jimny

Maruti Jimny Price starts at Rs. 12.74 Lakh which is Rs. 4.75 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 Maruti Jimny (Petrol Model) is 16.39 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen Basalt (Top Model) is powered by 1199 cc engine , while Maruti Jimny (Top Model) is powered by 1462 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DT vs Maruti Jimny Alpha Dual Tone AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Basalt vs Jimny

Key Highlights Basalt Max Turbo AT DTJimny Alpha Dual Tone AT
Engine Type Puretech 110 K15B
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 103bhp@6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 16.39 Kmpl
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Basalt vs Jimny Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DTMaruti Suzuki Jimny Alpha Dual Tone AT
Rating
3 reviews
73 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Maruti Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.95 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 15.05 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1462 cc
Body Type SUV,CoupeAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 103bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 4-Speed
Drive Type FWD 4WD
Colors
Citroen Basalt Colors
Maruti Suzuki Jimny Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 16.39 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 195/80 R15
Boot Space 470 Liters 211 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. 29,113 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 64,095 Basalt Insurance Rs. 68,143 Jimny Insurance
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Engine Type
Puretech 110
K15B
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1462 cc
Max Power
109bhp@5500rpm
103bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
134.2Nm@4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
4-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Fuel Supply System
...
Multipoint Injection
Kerb Weight
...
1205 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Drive Mode Types
Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
40 Liters
Top Speed
...
155 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
18.7 Kmpl
16.39 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.7 m
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
195/80 R15
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

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
...
Rear Seat Headrest
4
4
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
470 Liters
211 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)
Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Hard Top,Gunmetal Grey Grille with Chrome Plating,Drip Rails,Trapezoidal Wheel Arch Extensions,Clamshell Bonnet,Lumber Black Scratch-resistant Bumpers,Tailgate Mounted Spare Wheel,Dark Green Glass (Window)
Trunk Light
...
Length*Width*Height
4352*1765*1593 mm3
3985*1645*1720 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2590 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
210 mm

Addtional Comfort Features
Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Rear Seat Smart 'Tilt' Cushion,Advanced Comfort Winged Rear Headrest
Near Flat Reclinable Front Seats,Scratch-resistant & Stain Removable IP Finish,Ride-in Assist Grip Passenger Side,Ride-in Assist Grip Passenger Side,Ride-in Assist Grip Rear x 2,Digital Clock,Center Console Tray,Floor Console Tray,Front & Rear Tow Hooks
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
...
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Additional Entertainment Features
MyCitroën Connect With 40 Smart Features
...
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
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
...
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
3 Point Seat Belts (All Seats)
Brake Limited Slip Differential,Side Impact Door Beams,3-point Emergency Locking Retractor Seatbelts
Child Safety Lock
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
...
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

SOS Button
...
RSA
...
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.
Maruti Jimny
  • Affordable and seriously capable off-roader
  • compact dimensions make it easy to live with in space-starved cities/towns
  • great ride quality
  • stand-out styling
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 Jimny
  • Not as comfortable
  • easy-to-handle
  • feature-loaded
  • or premium as other road-biased SUVs offered at a similar price
  • narrow cabin width
  • interior lacks practical storage space
  • engine isn’t as punchy as rivals like the Mahindra Thar
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Citroen Basalt Vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
Citroen Basalt has out rated Maruti Jimny on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
The Citroen Basalt is cheaper than Maruti Jimny by Rs. 1.10 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
The Citroen Basalt delivers better mileage 18.7 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Basalt vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny?
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 Alpha Dual Tone AT version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of Jimny produces 103bhp@6000rpm of power and 134.2Nm@4000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen Basalt has better performance.

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