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    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 6.16 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 HighlightsCitroen C3Maruti Alto K10
    On Road PriceRs.11,76,530*Rs.6,81,422*
    Mileage (city)15.18 kmpl-
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)1199998
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    Citroen C3 vs Maruti Alto K10 comparison

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          Citroen C3
          Citroen C3
            Rs10.15 Lakh*
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                Maruti Alto K10
                Maruti Alto K10
                  Rs6.09 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
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                Rs.11,76,530*
                Rs.6,81,422*
                Finance Available (EMI)
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                Rs.22,387/month
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                Rs.12,973/month
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                Insurance
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                Rs.50,102
                Rs.29,259
                User Rating
                4.3
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                4.4
                Based on 408 Reviews
                Brochure
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                1.2L PureTech 110
                K10C
                Displacement (cc)
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                1199
                998
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                108bhp@5500rpm
                65.71bhp@5500rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                205Nm@1750-2500rpm
                89Nm@3500rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                Yes
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                Transmission Type
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                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                6-Speed
                5-Speed
                Drive Type
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                FWD
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
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                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage City (kmpl)
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                15.18
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                Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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                20.27
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                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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                19.3
                24.9
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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                30
                27
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                MacPherson Strut suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                Rear Suspension
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                Rear twist beam
                Rear twist beam
                Steering Type
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                Electric
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                Steering Column
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                Tilt
                Collapsible
                Turning Radius (Metres)
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                4.98
                4.5
                Front Brake Type
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                Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
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                Drum
                Drum
                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                145/80 R13
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless,Radial
                Tubeless,Radial
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                13
                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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                15
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                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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                15
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                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                3981
                3530
                Width (mm)
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                1733
                1490
                Height (mm)
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                1604
                1520
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                2540
                2380
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1114
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                Grossweight (kg)
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                1514
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                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                315
                214
                No. of Doors
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                5
                5
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
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                Yes
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                Accessory Power Outlet
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                YesYes
                Vanity Mirror
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                Yes
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                Rear Reading Lamp
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                Yes
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                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
                Rear
                Foldable Rear Seat
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                Bench Folding
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                Bottle Holder
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                Front & Rear Door
                Front Door
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
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                Central Console Armrest
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                -
                No
                Gear Shift Indicator
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                YesNo
                Luggage Hook And Net
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                YesYes
                Additional Features
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                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
                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                All
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                Power Windows
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                Front & Rear
                Front Only
                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                KeyLess Entry
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                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                Yes
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                Interior
                Tachometer
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                Yes
                -
                Glove Box
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                YesYes
                Additional Features
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                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
                Digital Cluster
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                Yes
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                Upholstery
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                Fabric
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                Exterior
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                WheelCitroen C3 WheelMaruti Alto K10 Wheel
                HeadlightCitroen C3 HeadlightMaruti Alto K10 Headlight
                Front Left SideCitroen C3 Front Left SideMaruti Alto K10 Front Left Side
                Available Colours
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                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 ColoursMetallic Sizzling RedMetallic Silky SilverPremium Earth GoldSolid WhiteMetallic Granite GreyPearl Bluish BlackMetallic Speedy Blue+2 MoreAlto K10 Colours
                Body Type
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                Adjustable Headlamps
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                Yes
                Rear Window Wiper
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                Yes
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                Rear Window Washer
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                Yes
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                Rear Window Defogger
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                Yes
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                Wheel Covers
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                No
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                Alloy Wheels
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                Yes
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                Integrated Antenna
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                Yes
                Halogen Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Roof Rails
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                Yes
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                LED DRLs
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                Yes
                -
                Additional Features
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                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
                Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Wheel Cover(Full)
                Fog Lights
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                Front
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                Antenna
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                Roof Antenna
                Roof Antenna
                Boot Opening
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                Manual
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                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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                Powered & Folding
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                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                145/80 R13
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless,Radial
                Tubeless,Radial
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                -
                13
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
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                6
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag Rear
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                Yes
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                Yes
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                Seat Belt Warning
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                YesYes
                Door Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                Yes
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                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                No
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                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
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                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                Yes
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                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                Driver and Passenger
                Hill Assist
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                No
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                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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                Yes
                Curtain Airbag
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                Yes
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                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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                YesYes
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Integrated 2DIN Audio
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                No
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                10.23
                7
                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto
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                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
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                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
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                4
                4
                Additional Features
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                C-Buddy Personal Assistant Application
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                Usb Ports
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                Yes
                Rear Touchscreen
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                No
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                Speakers ( )
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                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 ₹ 6.16 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.
                *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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