Citroen C3 vs Renault KWID

Should you buy Citroen C3 or Renault KWID? 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 Live (Petrol) and Renault KWID price starts Rs 4.70 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 RXE CNG (CNG). C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while KWID has 999 cc (CNG top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C3 has a mileage of 28.1 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the KWID has a mileage of 22.3 kmpl (Petrol top model).

C3 Vs KWID

Key Highlights	Citroen C3	Renault KWID
On Road Price	Rs.11,87,411^*	Rs.7,24,648^*
Mileage (city)	15.18 kmpl	16 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1199	999
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C3
Rs10.21 Lakh^*
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Rs6.45 Lakh^*
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Citroen C3
Turbo Shine Sport Edition AT
10.21 Lakh^*
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1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT
6.45 Lakh^*
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VXI Plus AT
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Basic Information	Turbo Shine Sport Edition AT	1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT	VXI Plus AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.11,87,411^*	Rs.7,24,648^*	Rs.6,99,041^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.22,596/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.13,803/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.13,627/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.50,323	Rs.30,504	Rs.36,391
User Rating	4.3 Based on 290 Reviews	4.3 Based on 896 Reviews	4.4 Based on 432 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.2,125.3	-
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Turbo Shine Sport Edition AT

1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT

VXI Plus AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.11,87,411^*

Rs.7,24,648^*

Rs.6,99,041^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.22,596/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.13,803/month

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Rs.13,627/month

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Insurance

Rs.50,323

Rs.30,504

Rs.36,391

User Rating

4.3

Based on 290 Reviews

4.3

Based on 896 Reviews

4.4

Based on 432 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.2,125.3

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

Engine Type

1.2L PureTech 110

1.0 SCe

K10C

Displacement (cc)

1199

999

998

No. of Cylinders

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

108bhp@5500rpm

67.06bhp@5500rpm

65.71bhp@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	22.3	24.9
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	28	27
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	165/70	145/80 R13
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial, Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	14	13
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	3731	3530
Width (mm)	1733	1579	1490
Height (mm)	1604	1490	1520
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	184	-
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	2500	2380
Kerb Weight (kg)	1114	-	-
Grossweight (kg)	1514	-	-
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	315	279	214
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	No	-	No
Rear Curtain	No	-	-
Luggage Hook And Net	No	-	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes	-
Additional Features	-	"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)"	Gear Position Indicator,Cabin Air Filter,Remote Fuel Lid Opener
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear	Front Only
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), Custom sport-themed seat covers, Matching carpet mats and seatbelt cushions, Ambient cabin lighting, Sporty pedal kit	"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 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	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), Custom sport-themed seat covers, Matching carpet mats and seatbelt cushions, Ambient cabin lighting, Sporty pedal kit

"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 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

Exterior
Available Colours	Platinum GreyCosmos BluePolar White With Platinum GreyPolar WhiteSteel GreyGarnet RedCosmo Blue With Polar WhiteCosmo Blue+3 MoreC3 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	Metallic Sizzling RedMetallic Silky SilverPremium Earth GoldSolid WhiteMetallic Granite GreyPearl Bluish BlackMetallic Speedy Blue+2 MoreAlto K10 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, Exclusive SPORT theme decals	"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)"	Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Wheel Cover(Full)
Fog Lights	Front	-	-
Antenna	Roof Antenna	-	Roof Antenna
Boot Opening	Manual	Manual	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered	Manual
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	165/70	145/80 R13
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial, Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	14	13
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Exterior

Available Colours

Platinum GreyCosmos BluePolar White With Platinum GreyPolar WhiteSteel Grey+3 MoreC3 Colours

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

Metallic Sizzling RedMetallic Silky SilverPremium Earth GoldSolid WhiteMetallic Granite Grey+2 MoreAlto K10 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	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	No	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No	Yes
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	Driver and Passenger
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	-	Yes	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.23	8	7
Connectivity	-	-	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	2	4
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 Only	Front & Rear
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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.
Renault KWID
- Exterior boasts SUV-like styling
- Feature-rich cabin includes 8-inch infotainment with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Loaded with segment above features
- Mid-spec variants are well equipped

Citroen C3
- No automatic options on offer with the naturally-aspirated petrol engine
Renault KWID
- NVH levels could’ve been better
- AMT transmission is slow and jerky at times
- Rear seats feel cramped for tall passengers

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C3 and Renault KWID?

A ) The mileage of C3 is 19.3 kmpl & the mileage of KWID is 22.3 kmpl. Renault KWID gives better mileage than Citroen C3.

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