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    Maruti Alto K10 vs Citroen C3

    Should you buy Maruti Alto K10 or Citroen C3? 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. Maruti Alto K10 price starts at Rs 4.23 Lakh ex-showroom for STD (Petrol) and Citroen C3 price starts Rs 6.23 Lakh ex-showroom for Puretech 82 Live (Petrol). Alto K10 has 998 cc (CNG top model) engine, while C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Alto K10 has a mileage of 33.85 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (Petrol top model).

    Alto K10 Vs C3

    Key HighlightsMaruti Alto K10Citroen C3
    On Road PriceRs.6,81,422*Rs.11,81,690*
    Mileage (city)-15.18 kmpl
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)9981199
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    Maruti Alto K10 vs Citroen C3 comparison

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          Maruti Alto K10
          Maruti Alto K10
            Rs6.09 Lakh*
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                Citroen C3
                Citroen C3
                  Rs10.19 Lakh*
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                  rs6.09 Lakh*
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                  rs10.19 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
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                Rs.6,81,422*
                Rs.11,81,690*
                Finance Available (EMI)
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                Rs.12,973/month
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                Rs.22,496/month
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                Insurance
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                Rs.29,259
                Rs.50,267
                User Rating
                4.4
                Based on 424 Reviews
                4.3
                Based on 288 Reviews
                Brochure
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                K10C
                1.2L PureTech 110
                Displacement (cc)
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                998
                1199
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                65.71bhp@5500rpm
                108bhp@5500rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                89Nm@3500rpm
                205Nm@1750-2500rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                Yes
                Transmission Type
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                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                5-Speed
                6-Speed
                Drive Type
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                FWD
                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
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                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage City (kmpl)
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                15.18
                Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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                20.27
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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                24.9
                19.3
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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                27
                30
                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
                Steering Column
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                Collapsible
                Tilt
                Turning Radius (Metres)
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                4.5
                4.98
                Front Brake Type
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                Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
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                Drum
                Drum
                Tyre Size
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                145/80 R13
                195/65 R15
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless,Radial
                Tubeless,Radial
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                13
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                0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)
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                14.32
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                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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                15
                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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                15
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                3530
                3981
                Width (mm)
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                1490
                1733
                Height (mm)
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                1520
                1604
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                2380
                2540
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1114
                Grossweight (kg)
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                1514
                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                214
                315
                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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                Yes
                Rear Reading Lamp
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                -
                Yes
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
                Rear
                Foldable Rear Seat
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                -
                Bench Folding
                Bottle Holder
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                Front Door
                Front & Rear Door
                USB Charger
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                -
                Front & Rear
                Central Console Armrest
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                No
                -
                Gear Shift Indicator
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                NoYes
                Luggage Hook And Net
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                YesYes
                Additional Features
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                Gear Position Indicator,Cabin Air Filter,Remote Fuel Lid Opener
                Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3 ), Parcel Shelf, Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel, Smartphone Storage - Rear Console
                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                All
                Power Windows
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                Front Only
                Front & Rear
                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                KeyLess Entry
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                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                -
                Yes
                Interior
                Tachometer
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                -
                Yes
                Glove Box
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                YesYes
                Additional Features
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                Digital Speedometer,Sun Visor(Dr,Co Dr),Rear Parcel Tray,Assist Grips(Co,Dr+Rear),1L Bottle Holder In Front Door With Map Pockets,Silver Accent Inside Door Handles,Silver Accent On Steering Wheel,Silver Accent On Side Louvers,Silver Accent On Center Garnish,Distance To Empty
                Interior Environment - Single Tone Black, Front & Rear Seat Integrated Headrest, AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents, Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome, Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Orange/Anodized Grey) Depends on exterior body/roof colour, 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, INSTRUMENTATION(Tripmeter, Distance to Empty, Digital Cluster, Average Fuel Consumption, Low Fuel Warning Lamp, Gear Shift Indicator)
                Digital Cluster
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                -
                Yes
                Upholstery
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                -
                Fabric
                Exterior
                Available Colours
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                Metallic Sizzling RedMetallic Silky SilverPremium Earth GoldSolid WhiteMetallic Granite GreyPearl Bluish BlackMetallic Speedy Blue+2 MoreAlto K10 ColoursPolar White With Cosmo BlueSteel Grey With Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel Grey With Cosmo BluePlatinum GreySteel Gray With Platinum GreyPlatinum Grey With Polar WhiteCosmos BluePlatinum Gray With Poler WhitePolar White With Platinum Grey+9 MoreC3 Colours
                Body Type
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                Adjustable Headlamps
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                Yes
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                Rear Window Wiper
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Window Washer
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Window Defogger
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                -
                Yes
                Wheel Covers
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                -
                No
                Alloy Wheels
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                -
                Yes
                Integrated Antenna
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                Yes
                -
                Halogen Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Roof Rails
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                -
                Yes
                LED DRLs
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                Yes
                Additional Features
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                Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Wheel Cover(Full)
                Chrome Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron, Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers, Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, Sash Tape - A/B Pillar, Body Coloured Outside Door Handles, Wheel Arch Cladding, Roof Rails - Glossy Black, High Gloss Black ORVMs, Skid Plate - Front & Rear, Front Fog Lamp, Diamond Cut Alloy
                Fog Lights
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                -
                Front
                Antenna
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                Roof Antenna
                Roof Antenna
                Boot Opening
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                -
                Manual
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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                Manual
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
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                145/80 R13
                195/65 R15
                Tyre Type
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                Tubeless,Radial
                Tubeless,Radial
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                13
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                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
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                6
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag Rear
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                Yes
                -
                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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                Yes
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                -
                No
                Rear Camera
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                -
                With Guidedlines
                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                Yes
                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                Driver and Passenger
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                Hill Assist
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                No
                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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                Yes
                -
                Curtain Airbag
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                Yes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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                YesYes
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Integrated 2DIN Audio
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                No
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                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                7
                10.23
                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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                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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                C-Buddy Personal Assistant Application
                Usb Ports
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                Yes
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                Rear Touchscreen
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                No
                Speakers ( )
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Maruti Alto K10

                  • Looks cute
                  • Comfortable for four adults
                  • Peppy performance & good efficiency
                  • Smooth AGS Transmission

                  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.
                • Maruti Alto K10

                  • Not wide enough for three in the rear
                  • Some missing comfort features
                  • Less practical storage for rear passengers
                  • Engine refinement could be better

                  Citroen C3

                  • No automatic options on offer with the naturally-aspirated petrol engine
                  • No CNG variants available.

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car is cheaper between Maruti Alto K10 and Citroen C3?
                A ) Maruti Alto K10 price starts at ₹ 4.23 Lakh & Citroen C3 price starts at ₹ 6.23 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti Alto K10 is cheaper between these two cars.
                Q ) Which car has good mileage Maruti Alto K10 and Citroen C3?
                A ) The mileage of Alto K10 is 24.9 kmpl & the mileage of C3 is 19.3 kmpl. Maruti Alto K10 gives better mileage than Citroen C3.
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