Citroen C3 vs Tata Altroz Comparison

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Citroen C3
Rs8.15 Lakh^*
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Tata Altroz
Rs10.00 Lakh^*
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Citroen C3
Puretech 110 Feel
8.15 Lakh^*
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Tata Altroz
XZA Plus Dark Edition DCT
10.00 Lakh^*
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Citroen C3 vs Tata Altroz

Should you buy Citroen C3 or Tata Altroz? 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 5.71 Lakh ex-showroom for Puretech 82 Live (Petrol) and Tata Altroz price starts Rs 6.30 Lakh ex-showroom for XE (Petrol). C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Altroz has 1497 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C3 has a mileage of 19.8 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the Altroz has a mileage of 23.03 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Basic Information	Puretech 110 Feel	XZA Plus Dark Edition DCT
Brand Name	Citroen	Tata
On Road Price	Rs.9,14,799^*	Rs.11,16,833^#
Offers & Discount	No	2 Offers View now
User Rating	4.4 Based on 64 Reviews	4.6 Based on 958 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.17,422 Check Now	Rs.22,169 Check Now
Insurance	Rs.42,749 C3 Insurance	Rs.39,894 Altroz Insurance
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.3,809
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	1.2L PureTech Turbo	1.2 L Revotron
Displacement (cc)	1199	1199
No Of Cylinder	33 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	No	-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	108.62@5500rpm	84.88bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	190Nm@1750rpm	113Nm@3300rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Yes	No
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gear Box	6 Speed	6-Speed DCT
Mild Hybrid	No	-
Drive Type	No	No
Clutch Type	No	No
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage (City)	No	No
Mileage (ARAI)	19.4 kmpl	18.53 kmpl
Fuel Tank Capacity	30.0 (Litres)	37.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)	No	123.99
Drag Coefficient	No	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring	Independent MacPherson dual path strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension	Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring	Twist beam with coil spring and shock absorber
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.98	5.0
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	123.99
Braking (100-0kmph)	-	42.22m
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	185/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size	15	-
Alloy Wheel Size	-	16
0-100Kmph (Tested)	-	18.25s
Quarter Mile (Tested)	-	20.92s @ 107.53kmph
City driveability (20-80kmph)	-	9.69s
Braking (80-0 kmph)	-	26.28m
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring

Independent MacPherson dual path strut with coil spring

Rear Suspension

Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring

Twist beam with coil spring and shock absorber

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3981	3990
Width (mm)	1733	1755
Height (mm)	1586	1523
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	165
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	2501
Kerb Weight (kg)	1035	-
Grossweight (kg)	1435	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	315	345
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	No	-
Power folding 3rd Row Seat	No	-
Automatic Climate Control	No	Yes
Air Quality Control	No	-
Remote Climate Control (A/C)	No	-
Remote Trunk Opener	No	-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	No	-
Remote Engine Start/Stop	No	-
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	No	-
Remote Horn & Light Control	No	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	No	-
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	No	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	No	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	No	Yes
Cup Holders Front	No	-
Cup Holders Rear	No	-
Rear AC Vents	No	Yes
Heated Seats Front	No	-
Heated Seats Rear	No	-
Seat Lumbar Support	No	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	No	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	No	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Navigation System	No	Yes
Find My Car Location	No	-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	No	-
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	Bench Folding
Smart Access Card Entry	No	-
Smart Key Band	No	-
Engine Start Stop Button	No	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	-
Voice Control	No	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles	No	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	No	-
Central Console Armrest	No	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	No	-
Battery Saver	No	-
Lane Change Indicator	No	-
Additional Features	Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3 ),Parcel Shelf,Driver And Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket,Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror,Smartphone Storage - Rear Console,Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel	Cabin Central Lock/Unlock Switch,Stylish Wearable Key,Xpress Cool,Steering Mounted Instrument Cluster Control,Rear power Outlet
Massage Seats	No	-
Memory Function Seats	No	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	No	-
Drive Modes	0	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Windows Front

Power Windows Rear

Power Boot

Interior
Tachometer	No	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	No
Leather Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	No	Yes
Glove Compartment	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	No	-
Cigarette Lighter	No	-
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	-
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	No
Folding Table In The Rear	No	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	No	No
Additional Features	Interior Environment - Single Tone Black,Rubic/Hexalight Seat Upholstry - Fabric (Bolster/Insert),AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Grey / Anodized Orange,AC Vents (Side) - Glossy Black Outer Ring,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear lever surround, Steering wheel,Digital Cluster,Distance to Empty,Average Fuel Consumption,Front Roof Lamp	Premium Granite Black Interior Theme,Premium Black and Grey interiors,Metal Finish Inside Door Handles,17.78cm TFT Digital Instrument Cluster,Mood Lighting(Driver & Co-Driver Side Footwell),Mood Lighting(Dashboard Island),15L Cooled Glove box with illumination,Rear Parcel Tray,Umbrella Holders in Front Doors,Sunglass Holder,Driver Foot rest,Printed Roofliner,Premium Knitted Roofliner
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
Available Colors	Platinum GreySteel Gray With Platinum GreyZesty OrangePolar White With Platinum GreyZesty Orange With Platinum GreySteel Grey With Zesty OrangePolar White With Zesty OrangePolar WhiteSteel GreyPlatinum Gray With Zesty Orange+5 MoreC3 Colors	Arcade GreyHigh Street GoldOpera BlueDowntown RedAvenue WhiteHarbour BlueCosmo Dark+2 MoreAltroz Colors
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	No	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	No	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
Headlamp Washers	No	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Washer	No	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	No	Yes
Wheel Covers	Yes	No
Alloy Wheels	No	Yes
Power Antenna	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	No	-
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Or Convertible Top	No	-
Roof Carrier	No	-
Sun Roof	No	-
Moon Roof	No	-
Side Stepper	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	No	-
Integrated Antenna	No	-
Chrome Grille	No	-
Chrome Garnish	No	-
Dual Tone Body Colour	Yes	-
Smoke Headlamps	No	-
Projector Headlamps	No	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	No	-
Cornering Foglamps	No	Yes
Roof Rail	Yes	-
Heated Wing Mirror	No	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlights	No	-
LED Taillights	No	-
LED Fog Lamps	No	-
Additional Features	Chrome Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron,Front Grill - Matte Black,Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers,Side Turn Indicators on Fender,Body Side Sill Panel,'TESSERA' Full Wheel Cover,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,High Gloss Black Outside Door Mirrors,Wheel Arch Cladding,Skid Plate - Front,Signature LED Day Time Running Lights,Roof Rails - Glossy Black,Standard Dual Tone Roof	Body Coloured Bumpers & Door Handles,C-Pillar Mounted Rear Door Handles,Piano Black ORVM with Chrome accent,Dual Chamber Projector Headlamps,R16 Leaser Alloy wheels,Piano Black Applique on Tailgate and Integrated Spoiler,Black Contrast Roof,Flat Type Front Wiper Blades
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	185/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size	15	-
Alloy Wheel Size	-	16
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Exterior

Available Colors

Platinum GreySteel Gray With Platinum GreyZesty OrangePolar White With Platinum GreyZesty Orange With Platinum Grey+5 MoreC3 Colors

Arcade GreyHigh Street GoldOpera BlueDowntown RedAvenue White+2 MoreAltroz Colors

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

Adjustable Headlights

Safety
Anti Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	No	Yes
No Of Airbags	2	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Front	No	-
Side Airbag Rear	No	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	No	-
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	No	-
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	No	-
Front Impact Beams	No	-
Traction Control	No	-
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	No	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	No	-
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	No	Yes
Clutch Lock	No	-
EBD	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control	No	-
Advance Safety Features	-	5 Star Global NCAP Safety Rating,Advanced ABS 9.3 with Corner Stability Control,Brake Sway Control,Puncture Repair Kit,Voice Alerts - Door open(For all Doors),Tailagte open,Driver seat Belt Reminder,Drive Mode Engaged,Drive Away Locking,Mechanical Child Safety Lock on Rear Doors,Dual Horn,Loaction Based Services,Vehicle urity,Live Vehicle Diagnostic,Gamification
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	Yes
Rear Camera	No	Yes
Anti Theft Device	No	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	No	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	No	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	No	Yes
Heads Up Display	No	-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts	No	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	No	-
Blind Spot Monitor	No	-
Lane Watch Camera	No	-
Geo Fence Alert	No	-
Hill Descent Control	No	-
Hill Assist	No	-
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	No	-
360 View Camera	No	-
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Safety

Anti Lock Braking System

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Power Door Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Cd Player	No	-
Cd Changer	No	-
Dvd Player	No	-
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	No	-
Mirror Link	Yes	-
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated2DINAudio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	No	-
USB And Auxiliary Input	No	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	No	-
Compass	No	-
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen Size	10 Inch	7 Inch
Connectivity	Android Auto,Apple CarPlay	Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	No	-
Number Of Speaker	4	4
Rear Entertainment System	No	-
Additional Features	Citroën Connect Touchscreen (26cm) Onboard Voice Assistant	17.78cm Floating Dashtop Harman Infotainment,4 Tweeters,Voice Coand Recognition - Climate control,Smartphone Integration with Connectnext App Suite,Whatsapp and text message Readout,Navigation with turn by turn Prompt on Instrument Cluster,Personalized Wallpaper,Hindi/English/Hinglish Voice Assist,OK Google and SIRI Connection via Bluetooth,iRA - Connected Car Technology,What3Words - Address Based Navigation
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Warranty
Introduction Date	No	No
Warranty Time	No	No
Warranty Distance	No	No

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Pros and Cons

Pros
Cons

Citroen C3

Quirky styling grabs eyeballs. Lots to customise too.
Roomy cabin spacious enough for four 6-footers.
Air-conditioning is super strong. Chills you in no time!
Comfortable ride quality over a variety of roads. Confident at highway speeds too.

Tata Altroz

Turbo-petrol engine offers enjoyable performance
Five-star safety rating
Leatherette upholstery makes the cabin feel more premium
Best-in-class ride and handling package
Automatic transmission is smooth and takes the stress out of city driving

Citroen C3

No automatic options on offer.
No CNG variants available.
Lots of missing features. From basics like powered mirrors to essentials like rear wiper/defogger.

Tata Altroz

Premium features like ventilated seats, wireless changer, and sunroof still missing
Cabin insulation is lacking
Naturally-aspirated petrol engine lacks power and refinement
Automatic not offered with turbo-petrol engine

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