Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
Should you buy Citroen Basalt or Hyundai Grand i10 Nios? 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 Basalt price starts at Rs 8.32 Lakh ex-showroom for You (Petrol) and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios price starts Rs 5.98 Lakh ex-showroom for Era (Petrol). Basalt has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Grand i10 Nios has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Basalt has a mileage of 19.5 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Grand i10 Nios has a mileage of 27 km/kg (Petrol top model).
Basalt Vs Grand i10 Nios
| Key Highlights | Citroen Basalt | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.16,33,746* | Rs.9,73,187* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1199 | 1197 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Citroen Basalt vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios comparison
- Citroen Basalt
- You (Petrol) 8.32 Lakh*
- Plus (Petrol) 9.99 Lakh*
- Top SellingPlus Turbo (Petrol) 11.84 Lakh*
- Max Turbo (Petrol) 12.57 Lakh*
- Max Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.78 Lakh*
- Max Turbo Dark Edition (Petrol) 12.80 Lakh*
- Plus Turbo AT (Petrol) 13.14 Lakh*
- Max Turbo AT (Petrol) 13.87 Lakh*
- Max Turbo AT DT (Petrol) 14.08 Lakh*
- Max Turbo Dark Edition AT (Petrol) 14.10 Lakh*
Rs14.10 Lakh *VS - Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Era (Petrol) 5.98 Lakh*
- Magna (Petrol) 6.84 Lakh*
- Corporate (Petrol) 7.09 Lakh*
- Top SellingSportz (Petrol) 7.42 Lakh*
- Magna AMT (Petrol) 7.49 Lakh*
- Sportz DT (Petrol) 7.67 Lakh*
- Sportz Opt (Petrol) 7.72 Lakh*
- Corporate AMT (Petrol) 7.74 Lakh*
- Sportz AMT (Petrol) 7.99 Lakh*
- Asta (Petrol) 8.05 Lakh*
- Sportz Opt AMT (Petrol) 8.29 Lakh*
- Asta AMT (Petrol) 8.62 Lakh*
- Magna CNG (CNG) 7.75 Lakh*
- Sportz CNG (CNG) 8.30 Lakh*
- Top SellingSportz Duo CNG (CNG) 8.38 Lakh*
Rs8.62 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.16,33,746* | Rs.9,73,187* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.31,104/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.19,322/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.64,646 | Rs.39,696 |
| User Rating | Based on 33 Reviews | Based on 224 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.2,944.4 |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
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 ✕ | Puretech 110 | 1.2 l Kappa |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1199 | 1197 |
| 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. ✕ | 33 Cylinder Cars | 44 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. ✕ | 109bhp@5500rpm | 82bhp@6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 18.7 | 16 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 37 |
| 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. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson suspension |
| 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. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled. ✕ | - | Gas Type |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4352 | 3815 |
| 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 ✕ | 1765 | 1680 |
| 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 ✕ | 1593 | 1520 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2651 | 2450 |
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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 |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Trunk Light Lighting for the boot area. It usually turns on automatically when the boot is opened. ✕ | Yes | 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 |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Platinum Grey Cosmos Blue Polar White With Perlanera Black Polar White Steel Grey +3 MoreBasalt Colours | Fiery Red Typhoon Silver Atlas White Atlas White With Abyss Black Titan Grey +3 MoreGrand i10 Nios Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | 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 | - |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it. ✕ | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| SOS Button | Yes | - |
| RSA | Yes | - |
| Over Speeding Alert | Yes | - |
| Remote Door Lock/Unlock | 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 |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Citroen Basalt
- Unique SUV coupe design grabs attention.
- Well shaped massive boot can take multiple large suitcases with ease.
- Rear seat sets benchmark in terms of comfort which makes it a great chauffeur-driven car.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Premium looking hatchback
- Refined engine, easy to drive in the city
- Feature-rich with an 8-inch touchscreen system, cruise control, and wireless charging
- Safety packed with six airbags, ESP, hill hold assist, and tyre pressure monitoring
Citroen Basalt
- Missing premium features such as leather seats, push button engine start, powered driver seat and sunroof.
- No premium soft-touch materials in the cabin.
- Lacks sporty engine performance as compared to rivals.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- No 1-litre turbo-petrol engine; no diesel motor too
- Not fun or exciting to drive
- ISOFIX anchorages only limited to the top-spec variant
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Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen Basalt and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?
A ) The mileage of Basalt is 18.7 kmpl & the mileage of Grand i10 Nios is 16 kmpl. Citroen Basalt gives better mileage than Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi