Citroen C3 X vs Mahindra XUV300

Last Updated: October 9, 2026

Citroen C3 X price starts at Rs. 4.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 9.77 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra XUV300, priced at Rs. 14.76 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the C3 offers a claimed 19.3 kmpl, while the XUV300 delivers 19.7 kmpl. On the performance front, the C3 uses a 1198cc engine producing 80.46bhp@5750rpm and the XUV300 a 1497cc engine producing 115.05bhp@3750rpm. If you're deciding between the C3 and XUV300, the XUV300 is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the C3 stands out for affordability.

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C3 vs XUV300 Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen C3 XMahindra XUV300
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 4.99 LakhRs. 14.76 Lakh
Mileage 19.3 kmpl19.7 kmpl
Engine 1198 cc1497 cc
Max power 80.46bhp@5750rpm115.05bhp@3750rpm

C3 vs XUV300 Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 LiveMahindra XUV300 W8 Opt AMT DT Diesel
Rating
148 reviews
273 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 4.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.76 Lakh
Engine Displacement 1198 cc 1497 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 80.46bhp@5750rpm 115.05bhp@3750rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl 19.7 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 205/65 R16
Boot Space 315 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 9,653 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 31,120 C3 Insurance Not Available
Brochure
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N/A

Idle Start Stop System
No
Not Available
Displacement
1198 cc
Not Available
Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 82
CRDi
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
1497 cc
Max Power
80.46bhp@5750rpm
115.05bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
300Nm@1500-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
Di
Kerb Weight
958 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
No
Yes

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
42 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
19.7 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
20 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
21 kmpl

Suspension Front
Not Available
MacPherson Strut with Anti-roll Bar
Suspension Rear
6
Twist Beam Suspension with Coil Spring
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Not Available
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
5.3
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
205/65 R16
Wheel Size
15
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Bungee Strap for Stowage, Sunglass Holder, Micro Hybrid Technology, Extended Power Window Operation, Supervision Cluster
Upholstery
Fabric
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
3
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Semi
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
Diamond-cut Alloys, Chrome Upper Grille & Black Lower Grille, Black roof rails, All Black Interiors, Piano-black Door Trims, Body Coloured Door Handles & ORVMs, Sill & Wheel Arch Cladding, Door Cladding, Chrome Inside Door Handles, Silver Front & Rear Skid Plates, Front Scuff Plate
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
Not Available
ORVM
Powered
Not Available
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
LED DRLs
No
Not Available
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rails
No
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
3995*1821*1627 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2600 mm

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Not Available
9 Touch Screen Infotainment, 2 Tweeters, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Screen, Apple Car Play, Android Auto
Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Electric Sunroof with Anti-pinch, Electrically-operated HVAC, Smart Steering System, Tyre-position Display, Padded Front Armrest, Passive Keyless Entry, Auto-dimming IRVM
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
SMS Read Out
Smart Entry
No
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
2 Zone
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
Not Available
4
Adjustable Steering
No
Not Available
Android Auto
No
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
No
Not Available
Bluetooth
No
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
Not Available
Power Windows
Front Only
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
No
Not Available
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Yes
Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
No
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
No
Yes
Push Ignition
No
Yes
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Not Available
Single Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
No
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
No
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Hill Descent Control
No
Not Available
Hill Assist
No
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
6
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Corner Braking Control, High Mounted Stop Lamp, Panic Braking Signal, Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch, Roll-over Mitigation
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
4 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
No
Not Available
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
No
Not Available
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
No
Not Available

Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes

Smartwatch App
Not Available
Yes
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
Yes
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
1358 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
Mahindra XUV300
  • Big feature list, comfortable ride quality, torquey diesel engine, safety tech
Citroen C3 X
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors
Mahindra XUV300
  • Average cabin space, small boot, noise/vibration levels (diesel)
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better, Tata Nexon or Mahindra XUV300?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. Nexon becomes the default choice if you want space for five and a comfortable ride. However, the Nexon might feel a little rough around the edges if it's polished and the latest tech you're after. On the other hand, Mahindra’s XUV300 will appeal to you for its high feel-good factor and exciting nature. Despite a few quality issues, it feels premium and is very well-equipped too. Its cramped boot can be a deal breaker for households with just one car. The rear seat isn’t class-leading in terms of space and comfort either, but it is comfortable enough for two adults. 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. Which is better petrol or diesel?
  • Selecting the right fuel type depends on your utility and the average running of the car. If you drive less than 50km in a day then we recommend you to go with a petrol car as they are easy to maintain, have a longer life span and they cost less initially than the diesel car. On the other hand, diesel cars are preferred if the average daily run is more than 50km which makes it a feasible purchase. Diesel cars are more fuel-efficient and provide more torque, therefore, are preferred for a person who drives more than 50km. Whereas, petrol engine has a low service cost, more life span, generally have a well-controlled NVH level, and are cheaper in cost than diesel engines. 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.
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Citroen C3 Vs Mahindra XUV300 FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 vs Mahindra XUV300?
Mahindra XUV300 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 vs Mahindra XUV300?
The Citroen C3 X is cheaper than Mahindra XUV300 by ₹9.77 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen C3 vs Mahindra XUV300?
The Mahindra XUV300 delivers better mileage 19.7 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 vs Mahindra XUV300?
For the Live version, 1198 cc Petrol engine of C3 produces 80.46bhp@5750rpm of power and 115Nm@3750rpm of torque. Whereas for the W8 Opt AMT DT Diesel version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of XUV300 produces 115.05bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1500-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen C3 X has better performance.

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