Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon EV
Should you buy Citroen Basalt or Tata Nexon EV? 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 Tata Nexon EV price starts Rs 12.49 Lakh ex-showroom for Creative Plus MR (Electric).
Basalt Vs Nexon EV
| Key Highlights | Citroen Basalt | Tata Nexon EV |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.16,29,746* | Rs.18,15,869* |
| Range (km) | - | 489 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | - | 46.08 |
| Charging Time | - | 40Min-(10-100%)-60kW |
Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon EV 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 - Tata Nexon EV
- Creative Plus MR (Electric) 12.49 Lakh*
- Fearless MR (Electric) 13.29 Lakh*
- Fearless Plus MR (Electric) 13.79 Lakh*
- Creative 45 (Electric) 13.99 Lakh*
- Fearless Plus S MR (Electric) 14.29 Lakh*
- Empowered MR (Electric) 14.79 Lakh*
- Fearless 45 (Electric) 14.99 Lakh*
- Empowered 45 (Electric) 15.99 Lakh*
- Empowered Plus 45 (Electric) 16.99 Lakh*
- Empowered Plus 45 Red Dark (Electric) 17.19 Lakh*
Rs17.19 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.16,29,746* | Rs.18,15,869* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.31,020/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.34,554/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.64,646 | Rs.72,679 |
| User Rating | Based on 31 Reviews | Based on 193 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | |
| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge. ✕ | - | ₹0.94/km |
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 | Not applicable |
| 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 | Not applicable |
| 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 | Not applicable |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output. ✕ | Not applicable | Yes |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 18.7 | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | - |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | ZEV |
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 Strut 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 |
| 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. ✕ | 4352 | 3995 |
| 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 | 1802 |
| 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 | 1625 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 190 |
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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 |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | 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 +2 MoreBasalt Colours | Pristine White Dual Tone Empowered Oxide Dual Tone Ocean Blue Purpal Flame Red Dual Tone +2 MoreNexon EV Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV 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 | Yes |
| No. of Airbags | 6 | 6 |
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Advance Internet
| E-Call & I-Call | - | Yes |
| Google / Alexa Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Smartwatch App | - | Yes |
| Inbuilt APPs | - | iRA.ev |
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 |
| Wifi Connectivity The car can connect to Wi-Fi networks for internet access. Helps in navigation, music, sending SOS alerts, vehicle tracking etc.✕ | - | 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.
Tata Nexon EV
- Loaded with features: larger 12.3” touchscreen, digital driver’s display, vehicle-to-load charging
- Smoother drive experience: more new EV buyer friendly
- Multiple battery pack options: 30kWh and 40.5kWh
- Real world usable range of upto 300km
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.
Tata Nexon EV
- Cramped footwell, lack of storage spaces and cupholders in the glovebox — ergonomics issues persist.
- Rear seat underthigh support in compromised in Long Range variant
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen Basalt and Tata Nexon EV?
A ) Citroen Basalt price starts at ₹8.32 Lakh & Tata Nexon EV price starts at ₹12.49 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen Basalt is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi