Citroen C3 vs Maruti Wagon R

Citroen C3 Price starts at Rs. 6.16 Lakh which is Rs. 61,500 costlier than base model of Maruti Wagon R priced at Rs. 5.54 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Citroen C3 (Petrol Model) is 19.3 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Maruti Wagon R (Petrol Model) is 25.19 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen C3 (Top Model) is powered by 1198 cc engine , while Maruti Wagon R (Top Model) is powered by 998 cc engine.

C3 vs Wagon R

Key Highlights C3 Puretech 110 Shine DT ATWagon R ZXI Plus AT Dual tone
Engine Type 1.2L PureTech 110 K12N
Max Power 108bhp@5500rpm 88.50bhp@6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl 24.43 Kmpl
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C3 vs Wagon R Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 Puretech 110 Shine DT ATMaruti Suzuki Wagon R ZXI Plus AT Dual toneRenault Triber RXZ
Rating
140 reviews
232 reviews
258 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Maruti Suzuki Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.14 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 7.32 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 8.22 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1197 cc 999 cc
Body Type Hatchback,SUVAll Hatchback Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 108bhp@5500rpm 88.50bhp@6000rpm 71.01bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 5-Speed AT 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Colors
Renault Triber Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl 24.43 Kmpl 20 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 165/70 R14 185/65
Boot Space 315 Liters 341 Liters 84 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 19,631 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 14,170 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 15,911 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ... ...
Rs. 16,012 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 50,102 C3 Insurance Rs. 39,713 Wagon R Insurance Rs. 36,726 Triber Insurance
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Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 110
K12N
ENERGY Engine
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1197 cc
999 cc
Max Power
108bhp@5500rpm
88.50bhp@6000rpm
71.01bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
113Nm@4400rpm
96Nm@3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
5-Speed AT
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
FWD
Fuel Supply System
...
...
multi-point fuel injection
Kerb Weight
987 Kg
850 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
...
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
30 Liters
32 Liters
40 Liters
Top Speed
...
...
140 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
24.43 Kmpl
20 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
...
14 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
...
16 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
...
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
4.7 m
...
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
165/70 R14
185/65
Wheel Size
...
...
15
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial & Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Additional Interior Features
Interior Environment - Single Tone Black, Front & Rear Seat Integrated Headrest, AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents, Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome, Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Orange/Anodized Grey) Depends on exterior body/roof colour, AC Vents (Side) - Glossy Black Outer Ring, Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear Lever Surround, Steering Wheel, INSTRUMENTATION(Tripmeter, Distance to Empty, Digital Cluster, Average Fuel Consumption, Low Fuel Warning Lamp, Gear Shift Indicator)
Dual Tone Interior,Steering Wheel Garnish,Silver Inside Door Handles,Driver Side Sunvisor With Ticket Holder,Front Passenger Side Vanity Mirror Sunvisor,Silver Finish Gear Shift Knob,Instrument Cluster Meter Theme(White),Low Fuel Warning,Low Consumption(Instantaneous And Avg.),Distance To Empty,Headlamp On Warning
dual tone dashboard with silver accents,inner door handles(silver finish),LED instrument cluster,HVAC knobs with chrome ring,chrome finished parking brake buttons,knobs on front,piano black finish around mediaNAV evolution,2nd row seats–slide,recline, fold & tumble function,easyfix seats: fold and tumble function,storage on centre console(closed),cooled centre console,upper glove box,rear grab handles in 2nd and 3rd row,front seat back pocket – passenger side,LED cabin lamp,eco scoring,front seat back pocket–driver side,
Digital Cluster
...
Semi
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
5
7
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
341 Liters
84 Liters

Alloy Wheels
...
Additional Exterior Features
Chrome Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron, Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers, Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, Sash Tape - A/B&C Pillar, Body Coloured Outside Door Handles, Wheel Arch Cladding, Roof Rails - Glossy Black, High Gloss Black ORVMs, Skid Plate - Front & Rear, Front Fog Lamp, Diamond Cut Alloy
B-Pillar Black Out Tape,Body Coloured Door Handles,Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured ORVMs(Black),Dual Tone Exteriors(Optional)
wheel arch cladding,body colour bumper,ORVMs(mystery black),door handle chrome,roof rails with load carrying capacity (50kg),triple edge chrome front grille,SUV skid plates–front & rear,dual tone exterior with mystery black roof (optional),
Trunk Light
...
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
3655*1620*1675 mm3
3990*1739*1643 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2435 mm
2755 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
...
182 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3 kg), Parcel Shelf, Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel, Smartphone Storage - Rear Console
Front Cabin Lamps(3 Positions),Gear Position Indicator,Accessory Socket Front Row With Storage Space,1L Bottle Holders(All Four Door,Front Console,Rear Parcel Tray,Co Driver Side Front Seat Under Tray&Rear Back Pocket,Reclining & Front Sliding Seats
3rd row Ac vents
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
...
...
Available
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Additional Entertainment Features
C-Buddy Personal Assistant Applicatio
Smartplay Studio With Smartphone Navigatio
on-board computer,
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
4
4
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
...
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Engine Start Stop Button
...
...
Rear ACVents
...
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
...
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
2
4
Brake Assist (BA)
...
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
...
rear seat belt reminder,front seat belt with load limiter,pedestrian protection,
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
...
4 Star
Child Safety Lock
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
...
3 Star
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
3
...
3

Driver Attention Warning
...
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen C3
  • Distinctive and stylish design
  • Comfortable and spacious interior
  • strong air con
  • Good ride quality
  • Good handling
  • Good value for money
Maruti Wagon R
  • Comfortable ingress and egress
  • spacious cabin
  • large boot
  • basic safety kit on all variants
Citroen C3
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors.
Maruti Wagon R
  • Weak cabin insulation
  • fixed rear headrests
  • Zxi variant not fully loaded. 1 Star Safety Rating for Adult and 0 star for Child in GNCAP

Is Citroen C3 Better Than Maruti Wagon R?

50% users have chosen Citroen C3 over Maruti Wagon R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 752 users have also rated Citroen C3 and Maruti Wagon R 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, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Wagon R is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of performance 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 Wagon R C3
Mileage 3.7 4.2
Performance 4.1 4.1
Comfort 4.5 4.0
Maintenance 3.6 4.3
Safety 3.9 3.0
Features 4.2 3.6
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Maruti Wagon R Comparison with Similar Cars

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which car is better, Citroen C3 or Maruti Wagon R?
  • 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, Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is the ideal small family car. Its spacious, practical, efficient and offers a convenient automatic with both engine options. Moreover, for a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city and brand for dealership details.
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.

C3 Vs Wagon R Vs Renault Triber FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?
As per the users experiences Citroen C3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Wagon R is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of performance user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?
The Maruti Wagon R is cheaper than Citroen C3 by Rs. 2.82 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?
The Maruti Wagon R delivers better mileage 24.43 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?
For the Puretech 110 Shine DT AT version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of C3 produces 108bhp@5500rpm of power and 205Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the ZXI Plus AT Dual tone version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Wagon R produces 88.50bhp@6000rpm of power and 113Nm@4400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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