Citroen C3 X vs Maruti Suzuki Swift - Which One Should You Buy

Citroen C3 X vs Maruti Suzuki Swift Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Citroen C3 X and Maruti Suzuki Swift Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Citroen C3 X comes in 20 variants. Engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹4.99 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Live, costs ₹4.99 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Turbo Shine Sport Edition AT, is priced at ₹10.21 Lakh. The Maruti Suzuki Swift comes in 14 variants. Engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹5.79 Lakh. The cheapest variant, LXi, costs ₹5.79 Lakh, while the top-end variant, ZXi Plus AMT DT, is priced at ₹8.80 Lakh.

Specification	Citroen C3 X	Maruti Suzuki Swift
Price	₹4.99 Lakh	₹5.79 Lakh
Engine	1198 cc 1.2L PureTech 82 Petrol	1197 cc Z12E Petrol
Mileage	19.3 kmpl	24.8 kmpl
Transmission	5-Speed	5-Speed

Price

₹4.99 Lakh

₹5.79 Lakh

Engine

1198 cc 1.2L PureTech 82 Petrol

1197 cc Z12E Petrol

Mileage

19.3 kmpl

24.8 kmpl

Transmission

5-Speed

Citroen C3 X

₹ 4.99 Lakh

Live

Maruti Suzuki Swift

₹ 5.79 Lakh

LXi

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

80.46bhp@5750rpm

80.46bhp@5700rpm

Max Torque

115Nm@3750rpm

111.7Nm@4300rpm

Displacement

1198 cc

1197 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

Performance Specifications

Zero 100kmph Tested

14.32

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

37 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

19.3 kmpl

24.8 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Gross Weight

1358 kg

1355 kg

Ground Clearance

163 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

163 mm

Height

1586 mm

1520 mm

Kerb Weight

958 kg Kg

920 kg Kg

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

315 Litres

265 Litres

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

195/65 R15

165/80 R14

Tyre Type

Tubeless

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Not Available

Wheel Size

15 Inch

14 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Tilt

Safety Features

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window

Anti Theft Alarm

Not Available

Anti Theft Device

Not Available

Bharat Ncap Child Safety Rating

4 Star

Interior Features

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Not Available

Adjustable Steering

Not Available

Height only

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Micropole

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Google Alexa Connectivity

Not Available

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Electronic

Fog Lights

Not Available

Halogen Headlamps

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Fog Lamps

Not Available

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Citroen C3 X - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹3,99,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹37,924

Down Payment (20%)

₹99,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹8,384/month

Maruti Suzuki Swift - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹4,63,120

Interest: 9.5%

₹43,996

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,15,780

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹9,726/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Citroen C3 X

ARAI-certified efficiency of 19.3 kmpl with both manual variants.
Factory-fitted CNG option is available on the base engine.

Things We Like in Maruti Suzuki Swift

Fuel efficiency at 24.8 kmpl (petrol) and 32.8 km/kg (CNG) keeps costs low: real-world tests prove it’s a wallet-saver in a fuel-pricey era.
Design pops with bold grille, LED lights, and nine vibrant colors: dual-tone options give it flair over boxy peers like S-Presso.

Things We Don't Like in Citroen C3 X

ESP, hill-hold, and TPMS are limited to 108.5 hp variants only.
360-degree camera is a paid dealer accessory.

Things We Don't Like in Maruti Suzuki Swift

Ride firmness jars over rough patches: potholes rattle more than cushier hatches like Baleno, especially with CNG weight.
Rear space cramps three adults, featuring 900 mm knee room and fixed headrests lag behind i20’s roomier bench for long trips.