BMW X3 vs Citroen C3
Should you buy BMW X3 or Citroen C3? 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. BMW X3 price starts at Rs 68.50 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive20d xLine (Diesel) and Citroen C3 price starts Rs 6.16 Lakh ex-showroom for Puretech 82 Live (Petrol). X3 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 16.55 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (Petrol top model).
X3 Vs C3
| Key Highlights | BMW X3 | Citroen C3 |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.1,01,90,430* | Rs.10,08,656* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 2998 | 1199 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
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BMW X3 vs Citroen C3 comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.1,01,90,430* | Rs.10,08,656* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,93,964/month | Rs.19,196/month |
| Insurance | Rs.3,50,000 X3 Insurance | Rs.45,870 C3 Insurance |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | EngineType | 1.2L PureTech 110 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 2998 | 1199 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 6 6 Cylinder Cars | 3 3 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm | 108.62bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 16.35 | 19.3 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 65 | 30 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | independent damping | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | independent damping | Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | - | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4716 | 3981 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1897 | 1733 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1669 | 1604 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2500 | 2540 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier.✕ | Yes | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Mineral White Phytonic Blue Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect Black Sapphire X3 Colors | Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Cosmo Blue Steel Gray With Platinum Grey Platinum Gray With Poler White Polar White With Platinum Grey Polar White With Cosmo Blue Polar White Steel Grey Steel Gray With Poler White Cosmo Blue With Polar White +1 MoreC3 Colors |
| Body Type | SUV All SUV Cars | Hatchback All Hatchback Cars |
| Adjustable Headlights | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti Lock Braking System A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.✕ | Yes | - |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Speakers Rear Sound system speakers located at the back of the car. Usually found in the rear door panels or in the boot.✕ | Yes | - |
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Which car is cheaper between BMW X3 and Citroen C3?
BMW X3 price starts at ₹ 68.50 Lakh & Citroen C3 price starts at ₹ 6.16 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen C3 is cheaper between these two cars.
Which car has good mileage BMW X3 and Citroen C3?
The mileage of X3 is 16.35 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of C3 is 19.3 kmpl in New Delhi. Citroen C3 gives better mileage than BMW X3.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi