Citroen C3 X vs Nissan Magnite

Last Updated: November 15, 2026

Citroen C3 X price starts at Rs. 4.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 70,400 cheaper than the base variant of Nissan Magnite, priced at Rs. 5.69 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the C3 offers a claimed 19.3 kmpl, while the Magnite delivers 19.4 kmpl. On the performance front, the C3 uses a 1198cc engine producing 80.46bhp@5750rpm and the Magnite a 999cc engine producing 71bhp@6250rpm. If you're deciding between the C3 and Magnite, the C3 is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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C3 vs Magnite Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen C3 XNissan Magnite
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 4.99 LakhRs. 5.69 Lakh
Mileage 19.3 kmpl19.4 kmpl
Engine 1198 cc999 cc
Max power 80.46bhp@5750rpm71bhp@6250rpm

C3 vs Magnite Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen C3 LiveNissan Magnite Visia
Rating
148 reviews
24 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Nissan
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 4.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.69 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1198 cc 999 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 80.46bhp@5750rpm 71bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Nissan Magnite Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl 19.4 Kmpl
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 195/60R16
Boot Space 315 Liters 336 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control Not Available No
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 9,653 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 11,015 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 31,120 C3 Insurance Rs. 27,854 Magnite Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
No
Not Available
Displacement
1198 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 82
1.0 B4D
Engine Displacement
1198 cc
999 cc
Max Power
80.46bhp@5750rpm
71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
96Nm@3400 -3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
958 Kg
1019 Kg
Turbo Charger
No
No

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

Shock Absorbers Type
Not Available
Double Acting
Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Suspension Rear
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
5 m
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/60R16
Wheel Size
15
16
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless Radial

Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
3.5
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Glove Box Light
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Headrest
Integrated
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
336 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Wheel Covers
No
No
ORVM
Powered
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
No
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Fog Lamps
No
No
LED Taillights
Not Available
No
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
No
No
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
No
Trunk Light
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
No
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
No
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1586 mm3
3994*1758*1572 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
205 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

USB Charger
Front
No
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
No
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Smart Entry
No
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
No
No
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
No
Adjustable Steering
No
Height only
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Yes
No
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
No
Engine Start Stop Button
No
No
Rear ACVents
Not Available
No
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
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
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
No
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Not Available
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
No
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
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
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
No
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
3 Point Seat-Belt for All Seats
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
3 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
No
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
No
No
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
No
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
No
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
No
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
No
Yes

Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
No

grossWeight
1358 kg
1402 kg

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
Nissan Magnite
  • Improved safety with 6-airbags standard
  • Turbo petrol engine
  • Lots of features
  • Spacious and good looking cabin
Citroen C3 X
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors
Nissan Magnite
  • Interior build quality is still not great
  • CVT Not as smooth as expected
  • Missing a sunroof and connected car technology

Is Citroen C3 Better Than Nissan Magnite?

75% users have chosen Citroen C3 over Nissan Magnite in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 241 users have also rated Citroen C3 and Nissan Magnite on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and 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 C3 Magnite
Mileage 3.7 4.1
Performance 4.1 4.6
Comfort 4.5 4.8
Maintenance 3.6 3.9
Safety 3.9 4.6
Features 4.2 4.0
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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 X Vs Nissan Magnite FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 X vs Nissan Magnite?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 X vs Nissan Magnite?
The Citroen C3 X is cheaper than Nissan Magnite by ₹70,400.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 X vs Nissan Magnite?
For the Live version, 1198 cc Petrol engine of C3 produces 80.46bhp@5750rpm of power and 115Nm@3750rpm of torque. Whereas for the Visia version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Magnite produces 71bhp@6250rpm of power and 96Nm@3400 -3600rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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