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    Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

    Should you buy Citroen C3 or Maruti Suzuki Baleno? 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 price starts at Rs 4.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Live (Petrol) and Maruti Suzuki Baleno price starts Rs 5.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol). C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Suzuki Baleno has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C3 has a mileage of 28.1 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the Suzuki Baleno has a mileage of 30.61 km/kg (Petrol top model).

    C3 Vs Suzuki Baleno

    Key HighlightsCitroen C3Maruti Suzuki Baleno
    On Road PriceRs.11,83,412*Rs.10,19,834*
    Mileage (city)15.18 kmpl19 kmpl
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)11991197
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    Citroen C3 vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno comparison

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          Citroen C3
          Citroen C3
            Rs10.21 Lakh*
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                Maruti Suzuki Baleno
                Maruti Suzuki Baleno
                  Rs9.10 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.11,83,412*
                Rs.10,19,834*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.22,532/month
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                Rs.20,297/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.50,323
                Rs.46,241
                User Rating
                4.3
                Based on 322 Reviews
                4.4
                Based on 698 Reviews
                Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
                -
                Rs.5,289.2
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                1.2L PureTech 110
                1.2 L K Series Engine
                Displacement (cc)
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                1199
                1197
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                108bhp@5500rpm
                88.50bhp@6000rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                205Nm@1750rpm
                113Nm@4400rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                YesNo
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                6-Speed
                5-Speed AMT
                Drive Type
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                FWD
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage City (kmpl)
                15.18
                19
                Mileage Highway (kmpl)
                20.27
                24
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                19.3
                22.94
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
                45
                37
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Top Speed (kmph)
                -
                180
                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
                Tilt & Telescopic
                Steering Gear Type
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                -
                Rack & Pinion
                Turning Radius (Metres)
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                4.98
                4.85
                Front Brake Type
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                Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
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                Drum
                Drum
                Top Speed (Kmph)
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                -
                180
                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                195/55 R16
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                15
                No
                0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)
                14.32
                verified
                -
                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
                15
                16
                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
                15
                16
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                3981
                3990
                Width (mm)
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                1733
                1745
                Height (mm)
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                1604
                1500
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                2540
                2520
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1114
                940-960
                Grossweight (kg)
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                1514
                1410
                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                315
                318
                No. of Doors
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                5
                5
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
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                -
                Yes
                Accessory Power Outlet
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                YesYes
                Vanity Mirror
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                YesYes
                Rear Reading Lamp
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Seat Headrest
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                Integrated
                -
                Adjustable Headrest
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                YesYes
                Rear AC Vents
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                -
                Yes
                Active Noise Cancellation
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                -
                No
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Cruise Control
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                YesYes
                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
                Rear
                Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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                -
                Yes
                Foldable Rear Seat
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                Bench Folding
                60:40 Split
                Engine Start Stop Button
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                YesYes
                Cooled Glovebox
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                -
                No
                Bottle Holder
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                Front & Rear Door
                Front & Rear Door
                Voice Commands
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                -
                Yes
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Hands-Free Tailgate
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                -
                No
                Gear Shift Indicator
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                YesYes
                Rear Curtain
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                -
                No
                Luggage Hook And NetYes
                -
                Battery Saver
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                -
                Yes
                Additional Features
                Parcel Shelf
                -
                Massage Seats
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                -
                No
                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                All
                Driver's Window
                Autonomous Parking
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                -
                No
                Glove Box Light
                -
                Yes
                Idle Start Stop SystemYes
                -
                Rear Window Sunblind
                -
                No
                Rear Windscreen Sunblind
                -
                No
                Power Windows
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
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                Height only
                -
                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Ventilated Seats
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                -
                No
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                YesYes
                Electric Adjustable Seats
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                -
                No
                Automatic Headlamps
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                -
                Yes
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
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                -
                Yes
                Interior
                Tachometer
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                YesYes
                Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesYes
                Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
                -
                No
                Glove Box
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                YesYes
                Cigarette Lighter
                -
                No
                Additional Features
                -
                Rear Parcel Shelf
                Digital ClusterYesYes
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
                7
                4.2
                Upholstery
                Fabric
                Fabric
                Exterior
                Available ColoursPolar WhitePerla Nera BlackSteel GreyGarnet RedCosmo BlueC3 ColoursPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent RedGrandeur GreyLuxe BeigeBluish BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+2 MoreBaleno Colours
                Body Type
                Headlamp Washers
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                -
                No
                Rain Sensing Wiper
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                -
                No
                Rear Window Wiper
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                YesYes
                Rear Window Washer
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                YesYes
                Rear Window Defogger
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                YesYes
                Wheel CoversNoNo
                Alloy Wheels
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                YesYes
                Rear Spoiler
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                -
                Yes
                Roof Carrier
                -
                No
                Sun Roof
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                -
                No
                Side Stepper
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                -
                No
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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                YesYes
                Integrated Antenna
                -
                Yes
                Chrome Grille
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                -
                Yes
                Smoke Headlamps
                -
                No
                Projector Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Halogen Headlamps
                -
                No
                Roof Rails
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                YesNo
                LED DRLs
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                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
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                YesYes
                LED Taillights
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                -
                Yes
                LED Fog Lamps
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                YesYes
                Automatic Headlamps
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                -
                No
                Fog Lights
                Front
                Front
                Antenna
                Roof Antenna
                -
                Sunroof
                -
                No
                Boot Opening
                Manual
                Manual
                Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
                -
                No
                Puddle Lamps
                -
                No
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                Powered & Folding
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                195/55 R16
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                15
                No
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Brake Assist
                -
                Yes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                Yes
                -
                Anti Theft Alarm
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                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
                6
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side AirbagYesYes
                Side Airbag Rear
                -
                No
                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
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                YesNo
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                YesYes
                Anti Theft Device
                -
                Yes
                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Knee Airbags
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                -
                No
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                YesYes
                Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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                -
                Yes
                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                -
                Driver and Passenger
                Sos Emergency Assistance
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                -
                Yes
                Blind Spot Monitor
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                -
                No
                Blind Spot Camera
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                -
                No
                Geo Fence Alert
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                -
                Yes
                Hill Descent Control
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                YesNo
                Hill Assist
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                YesYes
                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
                -
                Yes
                360 View Camera
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                -
                Yes
                Curtain AirbagYesYes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                5
                4
                Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                4
                3
                Advance Internet
                Live Location
                -
                Yes
                Remote Immobiliser
                -
                Yes
                Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
                -
                Yes
                PUC Expiry
                -
                No
                Insurance Expiry
                -
                No
                E-Manual
                -
                No
                Digital Car Key
                -
                No
                Inbuilt Assistant
                -
                No
                Send POI to Vehicle From App
                -
                Yes
                Live Weather
                -
                Yes
                E-Call & I-Call
                -
                No
                Over the Air (OTA) Updates
                -
                Yes
                Over Speeding Alert
                -
                Yes
                Tow Away Alert
                -
                Yes
                Smartwatch App
                -
                Yes
                Valet Mode
                -
                Yes
                Remote Door Lock/Unlock
                -
                Yes
                Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop
                -
                No
                Remote Boot Open
                -
                No
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Integrated 2DIN Audio
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                -
                Yes
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                10.24
                9
                Connectivity
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                -
                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto
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                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
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                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
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                4
                4
                Additional Features
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                Wireless Smartphone Connectivity
                SmartPlay Pro+, Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, Surround Sense powered by ARKAMYS
                Usb Ports
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                YesYes
                Tweeter
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                -
                2
                Rear Touchscreen
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                No
                -
                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Citroen C3

                  • Quirky styling: Grabs eyeballs and has lots of customisation options.
                  • Roomy cabin: Offers good space for two 6-footers to sit behind two 6-footers
                  • Keeps you cool: Air-conditioning is super strong and chills you in no time
                  • Comfortable and confident: Offers a plush ride quality over a variety of roads and remains stable at highway speeds too

                  Maruti Suzuki Baleno

                  • Spacious interior: Seats four adults, including two 6-footers back-to-back with ease.
                  • Good adjustability: Gets tilt and telescopic steering adjustment and height adjustable driver seat.
                  • Dependable petrol engine: Refined, peppy and efficient for city usage.
                  • Comfortable ride quality: Maintains comfort even over bad roads.
                  • Good storage options: Practical cabin and 318-litres of boot space can accommodate multiple suitcases.
                • Citroen C3

                  • Fewer automatic variants: No automatic options on offer with the naturally-aspirated petrol engine

                  Maruti Suzuki Baleno

                  • AMT transmission: Not as smooth or quick as the CVT or DCT offered with its rivals.
                  • Soft seat cushioning may hamper comfort for long drives.

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C3 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
                A ) The mileage of C3 is 19.3 kmpl & the mileage of Suzuki Baleno is 22.94 kmpl. Maruti Suzuki Baleno gives better mileage than Citroen C3.
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