Citroen C3 vs Maruti Alto K10

Should you buy Citroen C3 or Maruti Alto K10? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen C3 price starts at Rs 6.23 Lakh ex-showroom for Puretech 82 Live (Petrol) and Maruti Alto K10 price starts Rs 4.23 Lakh ex-showroom for STD (Petrol). C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Alto K10 has 998 cc (CNG top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Alto K10 has a mileage of 33.85 km/kg (Petrol top model).

C3 Vs Alto K10

Key Highlights	Citroen C3	Maruti Alto K10
On Road Price	Rs.11,81,690^*	Rs.6,81,422^*
Mileage (city)	15.18 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1199	998
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C3
Rs10.19 Lakh^*
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Rs6.09 Lakh^*
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Citroen C3
Shine Turbo Dark Edition AT
10.19 Lakh^*
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VXI Plus AT
6.09 Lakh^*
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1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT
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Basic Information	Shine Turbo Dark Edition AT	VXI Plus AT	1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.11,81,690^*	Rs.6,81,422^*	Rs.7,30,142^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.22,496/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.12,973/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.14,638/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.50,267	Rs.29,259	Rs.33,697
User Rating	4.3 Based on 288 Reviews	4.4 Based on 416 Reviews	4.3 Based on 882 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	-	Rs.2,125.3
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Shine Turbo Dark Edition AT

VXI Plus AT

1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.11,81,690^*

Rs.6,81,422^*

Rs.7,30,142^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.22,496/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.12,973/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.14,638/month

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Insurance

Rs.50,267

Rs.29,259

Rs.33,697

User Rating

4.3

Based on 288 Reviews

4.4

Based on 416 Reviews

4.3

Based on 882 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.2,125.3

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	1.2L PureTech 110	K10C	1.0 SCe
Displacement (cc)	1199	998	999
No. of Cylinders	33 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	108bhp@5500rpm	65.71bhp@5500rpm	67.06bhp@5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	205Nm@1750-2500rpm	89Nm@3500rpm	91Nm@4250rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4	4
Turbo Charger	Yes	-	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	5-Speed	5-Speed AMT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.2L PureTech 110

K10C

1.0 SCe

Displacement (cc)

1199

998

999

No. of Cylinders

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

108bhp@5500rpm

65.71bhp@5500rpm

67.06bhp@5500rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	15.18	-	16
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	20.27	-	17
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	19.3	24.9	22.3
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	30	27	28
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	-	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Collapsible	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.98	4.5	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	145/80 R13	165/70
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Tubeless,Radial	Radial, Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	13	14
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	14.32	-	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	15	-	-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	15	-	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Collapsible

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3981	3530	3731
Width (mm)	1733	1490	1579
Height (mm)	1604	1520	1490
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	-	184
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	2380	2500
Kerb Weight (kg)	1114	-	-
Grossweight (kg)	1514	-	-
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	315	214	279
No. of Doors	5	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	-	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	-	-	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear	Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	-	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front Door	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-	Front
Central Console Armrest	-	No	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	Yes	-
Lane Change Indicator	-	-	Yes
Additional Features	Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3 ), 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	Gear Position Indicator,Cabin Air Filter,Remote Fuel Lid Opener	"intermittent front wiper & auto wiping while washing,rear seats - foldable backrest,sunvisor,lane change indicator,rear parcel shelf,rear grab handles,pollen filter,cabin light with theatre diing,12V power socket(front & rear)"
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	-	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	-	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Vanity Mirror

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes	Yes
Additional 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)	Digital Speedometer,Sun Visor(Dr,Co Dr),Rear Parcel Tray,Assist Grips(Co,Dr+Rear),1L Bottle Holder In Front Door With Map Pockets,Silver Accent Inside Door Handles,Silver Accent On Steering Wheel,Silver Accent On Side Louvers,Silver Accent On Center Garnish,Distance To Empty	"fabric upholstery(metal mustard & white stripped embossing),stylised shiny black gear knob(white embellisher & white stiched bellow), centre fascia(piano black),multimedia surround(white),chrome inserts on HVAC control panel and air vents,AMT dial surround(white),front door panel with white accent, chrome parking brake button, chrome inner door handles,LED digital instrument cluster"
Digital Cluster	Yes	-	Sami
Upholstery	Fabric	-	Fabric
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Interior

Tachometer

Glove Box

Additional 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)

Digital Speedometer,Sun Visor(Dr,Co Dr),Rear Parcel Tray,Assist Grips(Co,Dr+Rear),1L Bottle Holder In Front Door With Map Pockets,Silver Accent Inside Door Handles,Silver Accent On Steering Wheel,Silver Accent On Side Louvers,Silver Accent On Center Garnish,Distance To Empty

"fabric upholstery(metal mustard & white stripped embossing),stylised shiny black gear knob(white embellisher & white stiched bellow), centre fascia(piano black),multimedia surround(white),chrome inserts on HVAC control panel and air vents,AMT dial surround(white),front door panel with white accent, chrome parking brake button, chrome inner door handles,LED digital instrument cluster"

Exterior
Available Colours	Steel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum GreySteel Gray With Platinum GreyPlatinum Grey With Polar WhitePolar White With Platinum GreyPolar White With Cosmo BluePolar WhiteSteel GreySteel Grey With Polar WhiteCosmo Blue+6 MoreC3 Colours	Metallic Sizzling RedMetallic Silky SilverPremium Earth GoldSolid WhiteMetallic Granite GreyPearl Bluish BlackMetallic Speedy Blue+2 MoreAlto K10 Colours	Fiery Red Dual ToneFiery RedMetal Mustard Black RoofIce Cool WhiteMoonlight Silver With Black RoofMoonlight SilverZanskar BlueZanskar Blue Black RoofOutback BronzeIce Cool White With Black Roof+5 MoreKWID Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-	-
Wheel Covers	No	-	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	-	-
Rear Spoiler	-	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	-	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	-	Yes
LED Taillights	-	-	Yes
Additional 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 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	Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Wheel Cover(Full)	"stylish graphite grille(chrome inserts),body colour bumpers, integrated roof spoiler, wheel arch claddings,stylised door decals,door protcetion cladding,silver streak LED DRLs,LED tail lamps with LED light guides,B-pillar applique,arching roof rails with white inserts,SUV-styled front & rear skid plates with white inserts,Climber 2D insignia on C-pillar - dual tone,headlamp protectors with white accents,dual tone body colour options,wheel cover(dual tone flex wheels)"
Fog Lights	Front	-	-
Antenna	Roof Antenna	Roof Antenna	-
Boot Opening	Manual	-	Manual
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Manual	Powered
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	145/80 R13	165/70
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Tubeless,Radial	Radial, Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	13	14
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Exterior

Available Colours

Steel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum GreySteel Gray With Platinum GreyPlatinum Grey With Polar WhitePolar White With Platinum Grey+6 MoreC3 Colours

Metallic Sizzling RedMetallic Silky SilverPremium Earth GoldSolid WhiteMetallic Granite Grey+2 MoreAlto K10 Colours

Fiery Red Dual ToneFiery RedMetal Mustard Black RoofIce Cool WhiteMoonlight Silver With Black Roof+5 MoreKWID Colours

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes	No
Side Airbag Rear	-	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes	-
Traction Control	-	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	No	-	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	-	With Guidedlines
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	-	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger	Driver
Hill Assist	No	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	-	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Advance Internet
E-Call & I-Call	-	No	No
Over Speeding Alert	-	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	-	Yes

Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call

Over Speeding Alert

Remote Door Lock/Unlock

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	No	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.23	7	8
Connectivity	-	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4	2
Additional Features	C-Buddy Personal Assistant Application	-	push-to-talk, video playback (via USB), roof mic, white multimedia surround, dual tone option - mystery black roof with ice cool white body colour
Usb Ports	-	Yes	-
Rear Touchscreen	No	-	No
Speakers ( )	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front Only
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Citroen C3
- Quirky styling grabs eyeballs. Lots to customise too.
- Roomy cabin spacious enough for four 6-footers.
- Air-conditioning is super strong. Chills you in no time!
- Comfortable ride quality over a variety of roads. Confident at highway speeds too.
Maruti Alto K10
- Looks cute
- Comfortable for four adults
- Peppy performance & good efficiency
- Smooth AGS Transmission

Citroen C3
- No automatic options on offer with the naturally-aspirated petrol engine
- No CNG variants available.
Maruti Alto K10
- Not wide enough for three in the rear
- Some missing comfort features
- Less practical storage for rear passengers
- Engine refinement could be better

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C3 and Maruti Alto K10?

A ) Citroen C3 price starts at ₹ 6.23 Lakh & Maruti Alto K10 price starts at ₹ 4.23 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti Alto K10 is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C3 and Maruti Alto K10?

A ) The mileage of C3 is 19.3 kmpl & the mileage of Alto K10 is 24.9 kmpl. Maruti Alto K10 gives better mileage than Citroen C3.

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