Citroen C3 Aircross vs Mahindra XUV300
Should you buy Citroen C3 Aircross or Mahindra XUV300? 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 C3 Aircross price starts at Rs 9.99 Lakh ex-showroom for You (Petrol) and Mahindra XUV300 price starts Rs 7.99 Lakh ex-showroom for W2 (Petrol). C3 Aircross has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while XUV300 has 1497 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C3 Aircross has a mileage of 18.5 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the XUV300 has a mileage of 20.1 kmpl (Petrol top model).
C3 Aircross Vs XUV300
| Key Highlights | Citroen C3 Aircross | Mahindra XUV300 |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.16,31,237* | Rs.15,55,777* |
| Mileage (city) | - | 20 kmpl |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1199 | 1197 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Citroen C3 Aircross vs Mahindra XUV300 comparison
- Citroen C3 Aircross
- You (Petrol) 9.99 Lakh*
- Plus (Petrol) 11.61 Lakh*
- Plus DT (Petrol) 11.81 Lakh*
- Plus 7 Seater (Petrol) 11.96 Lakh*
- Plus 7 Seater DT (Petrol) 12.16 Lakh*
- Max (Petrol) 12.26 Lakh*
- Max DT (Petrol) 12.46 Lakh*
- Max 7 Seater (Petrol) 12.61 Lakh*
- Max 7 Seater DT (Petrol) 12.81 Lakh*
- Plus AT (Petrol) 12.91 Lakh*
- Plus AT DT (Petrol) 13.11 Lakh*
- Max AT (Petrol) 13.56 Lakh*
- Max AT DT (Petrol) 13.76 Lakh*
- Max AT 7 Seater (Petrol) 13.91 Lakh*
- Max AT 7 Seater DT (Petrol) 14.11 Lakh*
Rs14.11 LakhVS - Mahindra XUV300
- W4 Diesel (Diesel) 10.21 Lakh*
- W6 Diesel (Diesel) 11 Lakh*
- W6 AMT Diesel (Diesel) 12.30 Lakh*
- W8 Diesel (Diesel) 13 Lakh*
- W8 DT Diesel (Diesel) 13.15 Lakh*
- W8 Opt Diesel (Diesel) 13.92 Lakh*
- W8 Opt DT Diesel (Diesel) 14.07 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT Diesel (Diesel) 14.61 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT DT Diesel (Diesel) 14.76 Lakh*
- W2 (Petrol) 7.99 Lakh*
- W4 (Petrol) 8.66 Lakh*
- W4 Turbo (Petrol) 9.31 Lakh*
- W6 (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- W6 Turbo (Petrol) 10.51 Lakh*
- W6 AMT (Petrol) 10.71 Lakh*
- W8 (Petrol) 11.51 Lakh*
- W8 DT (Petrol) 11.65 Lakh*
- W8 Turbo (Petrol) 12.01 Lakh*
- W8 Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.16 Lakh*
- W8 Opt (Petrol) 12.61 Lakh*
- W8 Opt DT (Petrol) 12.76 Lakh*
- W8 Opt Turbo (Petrol) 13.01 Lakh*
- W8 Opt Turbo DT (Petrol) 13.15 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT (Petrol) 13.30 Lakh*
- W8 Opt AMT DT (Petrol) 13.46 Lakh*
Rs13.46 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.16,31,237* | Rs.15,55,777* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.31,051/month | Rs.29,604/month |
| Insurance | Rs.64,694 C3 Aircross Insurance | Rs.62,272 XUV300 Insurance |
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| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.3,499 |
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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✕ | PURETECH 110 | TCMPFi |
| 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.✕ | 3 3 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.✕ | 108.62bhp@5500rpm | 108.62bhp@5000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | 20 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 17.6 | 16.5 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 42 |
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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 with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Anti-roll Bar |
| 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.✕ | Twist Beam with Coil Spring | Twist Beam Suspension 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 | - |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4323 | 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✕ | 1796 | 1821 |
| 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 | 1627 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2671 | 2600 |
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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 |
| 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.✕ | - | 2 Zone |
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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 Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Cosmo Blue 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 Cosmo Blue C3 Aircross Colors | Everest White Everest White Dualtone Aquamarine D'sat Silver Red Rage Dark Grey Blazing Bronze Blazing Bronze Dual Tone Napoli Black Dual Tone Napoli Black XUV300 Colors |
| Body Type | SUV All SUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Power-adjustable exterior rear view mirror is a type of outside rear view mirror that can be adjusted electrically by the driver using a switch or buttons.✕ | Yes | 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 |
| 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 |
| 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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ADAS
| Adaptive High Beam Assist | - | Yes |
Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes |
| Navigation With Live Traffic | - | Yes |
| Send POI to Vehicle From App | - | 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 |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | 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 | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Spacious 5-seater variant with class leading boot space.
- Usable 3rd of seats with cupholders and USB chargers
- Very comfortable over bad and broken roads.
- Turbo-petrol engine offers good drivability both in city and highways
- Looks tough -- more SUV than crossover.
- Good displays -- both the 10.25-inch touchscreen and the 7-inch driver's display
- Comfortable even over bad roads.
- Feels premium because of class-leading safety and convenience features.
- Stable and fun to drive because of steering and good grip.
- Overtaking on highways easy, thanks to punchy diesel engine.
Citroen C3 Aircross
Mahindra XUV300
- No modern elements in design with halogen headlights and taillamps.
- Misses out on feel-good features like a sunroof, automatic climate control, and electrically folding ORVMs
- Premium experience let down by quality issues like poorly fitting panels, mushy switches and flimsy stalks.
- Small boot will be a hassle if it’s the only car in the family.
- Cramped footwell, no space for dead pedal for driver
- Not the most spacious or comfortable backseat in the class
Citroen C3 Aircross
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