Citroen C3 X vs Hyundai i20

Last Updated: September 6, 2026

Citroen C3 X price starts at Rs. 10.21 Lakh, which is Rs. 42,399 cheaper than the base variant of Hyundai i20, priced at Rs. 10.63 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the C3 offers a claimed 19.3 kmpl, while the i20 delivers 20 kmpl. On the performance front, the C3 uses a 1199cc engine producing 108bhp@5500rpm and the i20 a 1197cc engine producing 87bhp@6000rpm. If you're deciding between the C3 and i20, the C3 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the i20 stands out for mileage.

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C3 vs i20 Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen C3 XHyundai i20
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.21 LakhRs. 10.63 Lakh
Mileage 19.3 kmpl20 kmpl
Engine 1199 cc1197 cc
Max power 108bhp@5500rpm87bhp@6000rpm

C3 vs i20 Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 Turbo Shine Sport Edition ATHyundai i20 Asta Opt iVT Knight DT
Rating
147 reviews
93 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Hyundai
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.21 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.63 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1197 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 108bhp@5500rpm 87bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed IVT
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Hyundai i20 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl 20 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 195/55 R16
Boot Space 315 Liters 311 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 19,747 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 20,567 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance C3 Insurance i20 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
No
Displacement
1199 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 110
1.2 l Kappa
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1197 cc
Max Power
108bhp@5500rpm
87bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750rpm
114.7Nm@4200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
IVT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
1114 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
Normal-Sport

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
37 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
20 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
16
Shock Absorbers Type
Not Available
Gas Type
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/55 R16
Wheel Size
15
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless

Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Sunglass holder, Rear parcel tray
Digital Cluster Size
7
Not Available
Upholstery
Fabric
Leather
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
3
4
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
311 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Single Pane
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Roof Antenna
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
3995*1775*1505 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2580 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

Addtional Comfort Features
Parcel Shelf
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Battery Saver
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless Apple Carplay & Android Auto
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
2
No of Speakers
4
4
Adjustable Steering
3
4
Android Auto
Yes
No
Apple CarPlay
Yes
No
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
Parcel Shelf
Sunglass holder, Rear parcel tray
No of Tweeter
No
2
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.24 inch
10.25 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
3 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
3 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Yes
SOS Button
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
Not Available
Yes
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
No

grossWeight
1514 kg
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen C3 X
  • Distinctive and stylish design
  • Comfortable and spacious interior
  • Strong air con
  • Good ride quality
  • Good handling
  • Good value for money
Hyundai i20
  • Well built & premium interior
  • Loaded with segment-first features
  • Wide range of engines/transmissions to choose from
Citroen C3 X
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors
Hyundai i20
  • Tall users will want more front headroom
  • Higher variants priced at a premium over rivals

Is Citroen C3 Better Than Hyundai I20?

63% users have chosen Citroen C3 over Hyundai i20 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 398 users have also rated Citroen C3 and Hyundai i20 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 Citroen C3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your car. But Hyundai i20 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and safety. On the basis of 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 i20 C3
Mileage 3.7 3.8
Performance 4.1 4.4
Comfort 4.5 4.4
Maintenance 3.6 3.7
Safety 3.9 4.1
Features 4.2 4.2
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is the best, Citroen C3 or Toyota Glanza?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte, Citroen C3 packs in the presence and space of a mini SUV at the price of a hatchback that's comfortable over a variety of road conditions. But it also lacks some essentials like powered adjustable mirrors or windshield wipers and other creature comforts that its rivals have gotten us accustomed to. On the other hand, if you are looking for a hatch that ticks a lot of boxes, the Glanza is a great option. There's a decent features list, efficient engine options, and more space than a number of more expensive sedans. So, if your priorities are spacious cabin, fuel efficiency and decent features, and power performance, you may go for Glanza. 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.

Citroen C3 Vs Hyundai i20 FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20?
As per the users experiences Citroen C3 X is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your car. But Hyundai i20 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and safety. On the basis of features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20?
The Citroen C3 X is cheaper than Hyundai i20 by ₹42,399.
Which car has better mileage Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20?
The Hyundai i20 delivers better mileage 20 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20?
For the Turbo Shine Sport Edition AT version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of C3 produces 108bhp@5500rpm of power and 205Nm@1750rpm of torque. Whereas for the Asta Opt iVT Knight DT version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of i20 produces 87bhp@6000rpm of power and 114.7Nm@4200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen C3 X has better performance.

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