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    Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Baleno

    Should you buy Citroen eC3 or Maruti 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 eC3 price starts at Rs 12.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Feel (Electric) and Maruti Baleno price starts Rs 6.70 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol).

    eC3 Vs Baleno

    Key HighlightsCitroen eC3Maruti Baleno
    On Road PriceRs.14,07,148*Rs.10,98,072*
    Range (km)320-
    Fuel TypeElectricPetrol
    Battery Capacity (kWh)29.2-
    Charging Time57min-
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    Citroen eC3 vs Maruti Baleno comparison

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          Citroen eC3
          Citroen eC3
            Rs13.41 Lakh*
            *Ex-showroom Price
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                Maruti Baleno
                Maruti Baleno
                  Rs9.92 Lakh*
                  *Ex-showroom Price
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.14,07,148*
                Rs.10,98,072*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.26,777/month
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                Rs.21,298/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.52,435
                Rs.31,002
                User Rating
                4.2
                Based on 86 Reviews
                4.4
                Based on 614 Reviews
                Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
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                Rs.5,289.2
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                Running Cost
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                ₹257/km
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                1.2 L K Series Engine
                Displacement (cc)
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                1197
                No. of Cylinders
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                Battery Capacity (kWh)
                29.2
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                Motor Type
                Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                56.21bhp
                88.50bhp@6000rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                143Nm
                113Nm@4400rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                Not applicable
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                Not applicable
                No
                Range (km)
                320 km
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                Range - Tested
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                257Km
                verified
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                Battery Type
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                Lithium-Ion
                Not applicable
                Charging Time (D.C)
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                57min
                Not applicable
                Charging Port
                CCS-II
                Not applicable
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                1-Speed
                5-Speed AMT
                Drive Type
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                FWD
                Charger Type
                3.3
                Not applicable
                Charging Time (15 A Plug Point)
                10hrs 30mins
                Not applicable
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Electric
                Petrol
                Mileage City (kmpl)
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                19
                Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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                24
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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                22.94
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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                37
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                ZEV
                BS VI 2.0
                Top Speed (kmph)
                107
                180
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                MacPherson 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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                107
                180
                Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
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                46.70
                verified
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                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                195/55 R16
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless Radial
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                NoNo
                0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)
                16.36
                verified
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                City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)
                8.74
                verified
                -
                Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)
                28.02
                verified
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                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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                1329
                940-960
                Grossweight (kg)
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                1716
                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
                Adjustable Headrest
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                -
                Yes
                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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                -
                Yes
                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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                -
                Yes
                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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                -
                No
                Rear Curtain
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                -
                No
                Luggage Hook And NetYes
                -
                Battery Saver
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                Yes
                Additional Features
                Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3s),Parcel Shelf, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror,Rear Defroster,Tripmeter,Battery State Of Charge (%),Drivable Range (km),Eco/Power Drive Mode Indicator,Battery Regeneration Indicator,Front Roof Lamp
                fast charging USB (Both A&C type), Auto diing IRVM, Co-Dr Vanity Lamp, Gear Position Indicator, Suzuki Connect Remote Functions(Door Lock/Cancel Lock, Hazard Light ON/OFF, Headlight OFF, Alarm, Iobilizer Request, Battery Health)
                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
                Drive Modes
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                2
                -
                Glove Box Light
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                No
                Rear Window Sunblind
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                No
                Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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                No
                Power Windows
                -
                Front & Rear
                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                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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                -
                Yes
                Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesYes
                Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
                -
                No
                Glove Box
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                -
                Yes
                Cigarette Lighter
                -
                No
                Additional Features
                Interior Environment - Single Tone Black,Seat Upholstry - Fabric (Bloster/Insert)(RUBIC/HEXALIGHT),Front & Rear Integrated Headrest,AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Grey / Anodized Orange),Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Steering wheel, High Gloss Black - AC Vents surround (Side), eToggle surround,Driver Seat - Manual Height Adjustable
                Rear Parcel Shelf, Front Center Sliding Armrest, Front Footwell lamp, MID (TFT Color Display), leatherette wrapped steering wheel, Suzuki Connect Trips and Driving Behaviour(Trip Suary, Driving Behaviour, Share Trip History, Area Guidance, Vehicle location Sharing)
                Digital Cluster
                Full
                Yes
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
                -
                4.2
                Upholstery
                Fabric
                Fabric
                Exterior
                Photo Comparison
                Rear Right SideCitroen eC3 Rear Right SideMaruti Baleno Rear Right Side
                HeadlightCitroen eC3 HeadlightMaruti Baleno Headlight
                TaillightCitroen eC3 TaillightMaruti Baleno Taillight
                Front Left SideCitroen eC3 Front Left SideMaruti Baleno Front Left Side
                Available ColoursPlatinum GreySteel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum Grey With Polar WhiteSteel Grey With Platinum GreyPolar White With Cosmo BluePolar White With Platinum GreyPolar WhiteSteel GreySteel Grey With Polar WhiteCosmo Blue With Polar White+6 MoreeC3 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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                Yes
                Rear Window Defogger
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                YesYes
                Wheel Covers
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                No
                Alloy Wheels
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                YesYes
                Rear Spoiler
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                -
                Yes
                Roof Carrier
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                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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                -
                Yes
                Integrated AntennaYesYes
                Chrome Grille
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                NoYes
                Chrome Garnish
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                Yes
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                Smoke Headlamps
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                No
                Projector Headlamps
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                Yes
                Halogen HeadlampsYesNo
                Roof Rails
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                YesNo
                LED DRLs
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                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
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                -
                Yes
                LED Taillights
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                -
                Yes
                LED Fog Lamps
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                -
                Yes
                Additional Features
                Front Panel Brand Emblems - Chevron(Chrome),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,Sash Tape - C Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirrors(High Gloss Black),Wheel Arch Cladding,Signature LED Day Time Running Lights,Dual Tone Roof,Front Skid Plate ,Rear Skid Plate,Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent ,Optional VIBE PACK (Body Side Door Molding & Painted Insert, Painted ORVM Cover , Painted Front Fog lamp surround, Painted Rear Reflector Surround, Front Fog Lamp), Optional (Polar White/ Zesty Orange/ Platinum Grey/Cosmo Blue)
                Body coloured bumpers & ORVMs, NEXWave grille with chrome finish, Back door chrome garnish, Chrome plated door handles, UV cut glasses, Precision cut Alloy wheels, NEXTre LED DRL
                Automatic Headlamps
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                -
                No
                Fog Lights
                -
                Front
                Sunroof
                -
                No
                Boot Opening
                -
                Manual
                Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
                -
                No
                Puddle Lamps
                -
                No
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                -
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
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                195/65 R15
                195/55 R16
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless Radial
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                NoNo
                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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                -
                Yes
                No. of Airbags
                2
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag
                -
                Yes
                Side Airbag Rear
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                No
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                -
                Yes
                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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                -
                No
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
                -
                Anti Theft Device
                -
                Yes
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
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                -
                Driver
                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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                -
                Yes
                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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                -
                No
                Hill Assist
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                -
                Yes
                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
                -
                Yes
                360 View Camera
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                -
                Yes
                Curtain Airbag
                -
                Yes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                0
                -
                Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)
                1
                -
                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-CallNoNo
                Over the Air (OTA) Updates
                -
                Yes
                Over Speeding AlertYesYes
                Tow Away Alert
                -
                Yes
                Smartwatch App
                -
                Yes
                Valet Mode
                -
                Yes
                Remote Door Lock/UnlockYesYes
                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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                10.23
                9
                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                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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                Citroën Connect Touchscreen,Mirror Screen,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity,MyCitroën Connect, C - BUDDY' Personal Assistant Application,Smartphone Storage - Rear Console, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel,USB Port - Front 1 + Rear 2 Fast Charger
                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
                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Citroen eC3

                  • Easy to drive for first-time car buyers
                  • Spacious and practical cabin
                  • Best driving range in its segment

                  Maruti Baleno

                  • Spacious interior
                  • Well built on the inside and out. Fitment quality feels premium now
                  • Well-loaded features list
                  • Refined and enjoyable to use petrol engine
                  • Comfortable ride quality even over bad roads
                • Citroen eC3

                  • Does not provide an exciting driving experience
                  • Some basic features like powered ORVMs missing
                  • Huge premium over the standard C3

                  Maruti Baleno

                  • AMT is good but not as sophisticated as CVT/DCT
                  • Seat cushioning is very soft which may cause problems for long drives.
                  • Boot loading lip is very high
                  • Not a sporty car to drive

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen eC3 and Maruti Baleno?
                A ) Citroen eC3 price starts at ₹12.90 Lakh & Maruti Baleno price starts at ₹6.70 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti Baleno is cheaper between these two cars.
                *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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