Citroen C3 vs Maruti Swift Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Citroen C3 and Maruti Swift comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Citroen C3 Live 1.2 Petrol is priced at ₹4.99 Lakh, Maruti Swift LXi is priced at ₹5.79 Lakh.
Citroen C3 Live 1.2 Petrol comes with 1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, Maruti Swift LXi comes with 1197 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine.

Citroen C3 vs Maruti Swift Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Citroen C3	Maruti Swift
Engine Capacity	1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1197 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Power	80 bhp @ 5750 rpm	80 bhp @ 5700 rpm
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Citroen C3

₹ 4.99 Lakh

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Maruti Swift

₹ 5.79 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

4.99 Lakh

5.79 Lakh

EMI

₹9,214

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹10,689

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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Brochure

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User Rating

4.2

4.7

NCAP Rating

—

Colors

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Doors

5 Doors

Seating Capacity

5 Person

Frunk Storage

—

Bootspace

315 litres

265 litres

No of Rows

2 Rows

Fuel Tank Capacity

30 litres

37 litres

Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

—

Engine Type

PURETECH 82

Z 12E With ISS

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Engine

1198 Cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1197 Cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Drivetrain

FWD

Highway Mileage

—

Transmission

Manual - 5 Gears

Mileage (ARAI)

19.3 kmpl

24.8 kmpl

Max Motor Performance

—

AC Regular Charging

—

Driving Range

579 km

918 km

Fuel Type

Petrol

Range

—

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

115 Nm @ 3750 Rpm

111.7 Nm @ 4300 Rpm

Electric Motor Assist

—

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

80 Bhp @ 5750 Rpm

80 Bhp @ 5700 Rpm

Others

—

Idle Start/Stop

City Mileage

—

Battery Charging

—

Battery

—

Electric Motor

—

Performance on Alternate Fuel

—

AC Fast Charging

—

DC Fast Charging

—

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

—

Top Speed

—

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

115 Nm @ 3750 Rpm

111.7 Nm @ 4300 Rpm

Alternate Fuel

Wheelbase

2540 mm

2450 mm

Width

1733 mm

1735 mm

Length

3981 mm

3860 mm

Ground Clearance

180 mm

163 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

—

163 mm

Height

1586 mm

1520 mm

Kerb Weight

958 kg

920 kg

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut With Coil Spring

MacPherson Strut

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Power Assisted (Hydraulic)

Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

Front Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Rear Suspension

Rear Twist Beam With Coil Spring

Torsion Beam

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Wheels

Steel Rims

Front Tyres

195 / 65 R15

165 / 80 R14

Spare Wheel

Steel

Rear Tyres

195 / 65 R15

165 / 80 R14

Four Wheel Steering

—

Minimum Turning Radius

4.98 metres

4.8 metres

Rub-strips

Black

Body Kit

Roof-mounted Antenna

Roof Rails

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Body-coloured Bumpers

Antenna

Yes (Roof-mounted)

Sunroof / Moonroof

Engine Immobiliser

Child Safety Lock

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Rear Armrest

Interior Colours

—

Black

Headrests

Front & Rear

Interiors

Single Tone

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

—

Driver Seat Adjustment

4 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back)

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Headrest: Up / Down)

Split Rear Seat

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

4 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back)

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Headrest: Up / Down)

Driver Armrest

Seat Upholstery

Fabric

Second Row Seat Adjustment

—

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Front Seatback Pockets

NCAP Rating

Not Tested

Seat Belt Warning

Puncture Repair Kit

Child Seat Anchor Points

Airbags

2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)

6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

—

Both Sides

One Touch Up

Front

Driver

Adjustable ORVMs

Internally Adjustable

Rear Defogger

Rain-sensing Wipers

Interior Door Handles Finish

Black

Door Pockets

Front & Rear

Scuff Plates

Power Windows

Front Only

Front & Rear

ORVM Colour

Black

Exterior Door Handles

Black

One Touch Down

Front

Driver

Turn Indicators on ORVMs

Rear Wiper

Bootlid Opener

Internal

Electric Tailgate Release

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Black

Power Windows Position

Front Only

Front & Rear

Interior Door Handles

Black

iPod Compatibility

Infotainment Screen Size

—

AUX Compatibility

Display

AM/FM Radio

Head Unit Size

Not Available

Steering-mounted controls

Display Screen for Rear Passengers

Optional

USB Compatibility

Wireless Charger

Bluetooth Compatibility

Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)

Voice Command

Apple CarPlay

Touchscreen Size

—

DVD Playback

Speakers

GPS Navigation System

Integrated (in-dash) Music System

Android Auto

Average Speed

Gear Indicator

Instrument Cluster

Digital

Analogue - Digital

Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

Distance to Empty

Clock

Digital

Door Ajar Warning

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Instantaneous Consumption

Shift Indicator

Heads Up Display (HUD)

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

Analogue - Digital

Average Fuel Consumption

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

Tachometer

Digital

Analogue

Warranty (In Kilometres)

100000

Battery Warranty (In Years)

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

Warranty (In Years)

Driver Armrest Storage

Sunglass Holder

Cooled Glovebox

Cup Holders

Front Only

Cup Holders Position

Front Only

Front AC

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

Heater

Parking Sensors

Rear

Umbrella Storage in Door

Rear AC

—

Cruise Control

Anti-glare Mirrors

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Manual

Keyless Start/ Button Start

Steering Adjustment

Tilt

Air Conditioner

Yes (Manual)

12V Power Outlets

Air Purifier

Optional

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Cabin Boot Access

Parking Assist

Reading Lamp

Puddle Lamps

Light on Vanity Mirrors

Glovebox Lamp

Rear Reading Lamp

Fog Lights

—

Daytime Running Lights

Halogen

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Cabin Lamps

Front

Automatic Headlamps

Headlights

Halogen

Cabin Lamps Position

Front

Cornering Headlights

Taillights

Halogen

LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

Ambient Interior Lighting

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Hill Hold Control

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

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Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Citroen C3

✓Quirky and distinctive French design stands out in its segment.
✓Spacious cabin with good rear seat legroom and headroom.
✓Comfortable ride quality, especially over bad roads.
✓Competitive pricing for a compact crossover.
Punchy turbo engine, good mileage (19.3 kmpl claimed), light steering, and high-speed stability.

Maruti Suzuki Swift

✓
Sporty, youthful styling with sharp lines, LED lighting, and vibrant colour options.
✓
Comfortable cabin with good space for four adults and ample rear legroom for 6-footers.
✓
Equipped with essentials like cruise control, keyless entry, auto AC, power windows, and steering-mounted controls.
✓
Feature-rich infotainment system with a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, and a clear 6-speaker setup.
✓
More powerful and refined petrol engine with improved fuel efficiency, delivering around 15 kmpl in the city.
✓
Compact, practical, and fun-to-drive character suitable for daily use.