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    Citroen Basalt vs Volkswagen Taigun

    Should you buy Citroen Basalt or Volkswagen Taigun? 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 Volkswagen Taigun price starts Rs 11.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol). Basalt has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Taigun has 1498 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 Taigun has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl (Petrol top model).

    Basalt Vs Taigun

    Key HighlightsCitroen BasaltVolkswagen Taigun
    On Road PriceRs.16,29,746*Rs.22,87,208*
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)11991498
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    Citroen Basalt vs Volkswagen Taigun comparison

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          Citroen Basalt
          Citroen Basalt
            Rs14.10 Lakh*
            *Ex-showroom Price
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                Volkswagen Taigun
                Volkswagen Taigun
                  Rs19.83 Lakh*
                  *Ex-showroom Price
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.16,29,746*
                Rs.22,87,208*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.31,020/month
                Get EMI Offers
                Rs.43,529/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.64,646
                Rs.85,745
                User Rating
                4.4
                Based on 31 Reviews
                4.3
                Based on 241 Reviews
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Puretech 110
                1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
                Displacement (cc)
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                1199
                1498
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                109bhp@5500rpm
                147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                205Nm@1750-2500rpm
                250Nm@1600-3500rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                YesYes
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                6-Speed
                7-Speed DSG
                Drive Type
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                FWD
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                18.7
                19.01
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
                45
                50
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                MacPherson Strut suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                Rear Suspension
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                Rear twist beam
                Rear twist beam
                Steering Type
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                Electric
                Electric
                Steering Column
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                Tilt
                -
                Turning Radius (Metres)
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                5.05
                Front Brake Type
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                Ventilated Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
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                Drum
                Drum
                Tyre Size
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                205/60 R16
                205/55 R17
                Tyre Type
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                Radial Tubeless
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                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                No
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                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
                16
                17
                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
                16
                17
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                4352
                4221
                Width (mm)
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                1765
                1760
                Height (mm)
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                1593
                1612
                Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
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                188
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                2651
                2651
                Front Tread (mm)
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                1531
                Rear Tread (mm)
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                1516
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1314
                Grossweight (kg)
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                1700
                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                470
                385
                No. of Doors
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                5
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                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
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                Yes
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                Accessory Power Outlet
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                Yes
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                Trunk Light
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                Yes
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                Vanity Mirror
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                Yes
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                Rear Reading Lamp
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Headrest
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                Adjustable
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                Adjustable Headrest
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                Yes
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                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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                Yes
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                Rear AC Vents
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                Yes
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                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                Yes
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                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
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                Engine Start Stop Button
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                YesNo
                Bottle Holder
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                Front & Rear Door
                -
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
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                Central Console Armrest
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                With Storage
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                Tailgate Ajar Warning
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                Yes
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                Gear Shift Indicator
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                Yes
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                Luggage Hook And NetYes
                -
                Additional Features
                Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Rear Seat Smart 'Tilt' Cushion,Advanced Comfort Winged Rear Headrest
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                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                All
                -
                Drive Modes
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                3
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                Idle Start Stop SystemYes
                -
                Drive Mode Types
                Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
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                Power Windows
                Front & Rear
                -
                Cup Holders
                Front & Rear
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                Air Conditioner
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                Yes
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                Heater
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                Yes
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                Adjustable Steering
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                Powered Adjustment
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                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                Yes
                -
                Automatic Headlamps
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                Yes
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
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                Yes
                Interior
                Tachometer
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                Yes
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                Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYes
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                Glove Box
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                Yes
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                Additional Features
                Manual AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Interior Environment - Dual-tone Black & Grey dashboard,Premium Printed Roofliner,Instrument Panel - Deco 'Ash soft touch,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Satin Chrome Accents IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear lever surround, Steering wheel,Glossy Black Accents - Door armrest,AC vents (side) outer rings, Central AC Vents Steering wheel controls,Parcel Shelf,Distance to Empty,Average Fuel Consumption,Low Fuel Warning Lamp,Outside temperature indicator in cluster
                Black leatherette seat upholstery with Red stitching,Black headliner,New Glossy black dashboard decor,Sport Steering wheel with Red stitching,Embroidered GT logo on front seat back rest,Black styled grab handles, sunvisor,Alu pedals
                Digital ClusterYes
                -
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
                7
                -
                Upholstery
                Leatherette
                Leatherette
                Exterior
                Available ColoursPlatinum GreyCosmos BluePolar White With Perlanera BlackPolar WhiteSteel GreyGarnet Red With Perlanera BlackGarnet Red+2 MoreBasalt ColoursLava BlueCarbon Steel Grey MatteDeep Black PearlRising BlueReflex SilverCarban Steel GreyCandy WhiteWild Cherry Red+3 MoreTaigun Colours
                Body Type
                Adjustable HeadlampsYes
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                Rear Window Defogger
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                Yes
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                Wheel CoversNo
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                Alloy Wheels
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                YesYes
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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                Yes
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                Projector Headlamps
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                Yes
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                Halogen HeadlampsNo
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                Roof Rails
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                Yes
                LED DRLs
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                Yes
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                LED Headlamps
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                YesYes
                LED Taillights
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                No
                -
                Additional Features
                Body Coloured Bumpers,Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron-CHROME,Front Panel: Chrome moustache,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Body Side Sill Cladding`,Front Signature Grill: High Gloss Black,AColour Touch: Front Bumper & C-Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirror: High Gloss Black,Wheel Arch Cladding,Skid Plate - Front & Rear,Dual Tone Roof,Body Side Door Moulding & Chrome Insert,Front Grill Embellisher (Glossy Black + Painted)
                Black glossy front grille, Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser,Darkened LED head lamps,Carbon Steel Grey roof,Red GT branding on the grille, fender and rear,Black roof rails, door mirror housing and window bar,Dark Chrome door handles,R17 ‘Cassino’ black alloy wheels,Red painted brake calipers in front,Black fender badges,Rear Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser in Black
                Fog Lights
                Front
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                Antenna
                Shark Fin
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                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                Powered & Folding
                -
                Tyre Size
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                205/60 R16
                205/55 R17
                Tyre Type
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                Radial Tubeless
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                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                No
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                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Brake Assist
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                Yes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                YesYes
                Anti Theft Alarm
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                Yes
                No. of Airbags
                6
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side AirbagYesYes
                Side Airbag RearNo
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                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                YesYes
                Seat Belt Warning
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                YesYes
                Door Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Traction Control
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                Yes
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                YesYes
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                YesYes
                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
                With Guidedlines
                Anti Theft Device
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                Yes
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
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                -
                Driver and Passenger
                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                Yes
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                YesYes
                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                -
                Driver and Passenger
                Sos Emergency Assistance
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                Yes
                Geo Fence Alert
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                Yes
                -
                Hill Assist
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                YesYes
                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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                Yes
                Curtain AirbagYesYes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )
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                5
                Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )
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                5
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                Yes
                -
                Wireless Phone Charging
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                Yes
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                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                Yes
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                Touchscreen
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                Yes
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                Touchscreen Size
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                10.23
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                Android Auto
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                Yes
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                Apple Car Play
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                Yes
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                No. of Speakers
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                4
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                Additional Features
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                MyCitroën Connect With 40 Smart Features
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                Usb Ports
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                Yes
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                Tweeter
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                2
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                Rear Touchscreen
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                No
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                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                -

                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.

                  Volkswagen Taigun

                  • Classy Volkswagen family SUV look
                  • Punchy and refined 1.5-litre TSi engine
                  • Impressive infotainment experience
                  • Fun to drive
                  • Automatic transmission with both engine options.
                • 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.

                  Volkswagen Taigun

                  • Sitting three people at the back is a squeeze
                  • Fit and finish levels are not as good as the Vento
                  • GT Line gets less features as compared to the Highline
                  • No diesel engine option

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen Basalt and Volkswagen Taigun?
                A ) Citroen Basalt price starts at ₹8.32 Lakh & Volkswagen Taigun price starts at ₹11.80 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen Basalt is cheaper between these two cars.
                Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen Basalt and Volkswagen Taigun?
                A ) The mileage of Basalt is 18.7 kmpl & the mileage of Taigun is 19.01 kmpl. Volkswagen Taigun gives better mileage than Citroen Basalt.
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