Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon

Tata Nexon Price starts at Rs. 7.99 Lakh which is Rs. 990 costlier than base model of Citroen Basalt priced at Rs. 7.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Citroen Basalt (Petrol Model) is 18.7 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Tata Nexon (Diesel Model) is 24.08 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen Basalt (Top Model) is powered by 1199 cc engine , while Tata Nexon (Top Model) is powered by 1497 cc engine.

Basalt vs Nexon

Key Highlights Basalt Max Turbo AT DTNexon Fearless Plus S Dark Diesel AMT
Engine Type Puretech 110 1.5L Turbocharged Revotorq
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 113.31bhp@3750rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 24.08 Kmpl
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Basalt vs Nexon Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Basalt Max Turbo AT DTTata Nexon Fearless Plus S Dark Diesel AMTRenault Kiger RXE
Rating
4 reviews
173 reviews
174 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Tata Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.83 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 15.49 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 5.99 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1497 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUV,CoupeAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 109bhp@5500rpm 113.31bhp@3750rpm 71bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed AMT 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen Basalt Colors
Tata Nexon Colors
Renault Kiger Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7 Kmpl 24.08 Kmpl 19.17 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 215/60 R16 195/60
Boot Space ... 382 Liters 405 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes No
Cruise Control ... Yes No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 26,753 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 29,984 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 11,607 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 63,653 Basalt Insurance Rs. 69,799 Nexon Insurance Rs. 28,927 Kiger Insurance
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Engine Type
Puretech 110
1.5L Turbocharged Revotorq
1.0L Energy
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1497 cc
999 cc
Max Power
109bhp@5500rpm
113.31bhp@3750rpm
71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
260Nm@1500-2750rpm
96Nm@3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed AMT
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
...
Fuel Supply System
...
...
MPFi
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
Minimal-Eco-Dual Mode
...
...
Mild Hybrid
...
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
44 Liters
40 Liters
Top Speed
...
180 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
18.7 Kmpl
24.08 Kmpl
19.17 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
...
...
15 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
...
17 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.1 m
...
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
215/60 R16
195/60
Wheel Size
N/A
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Ventilated Seats
...
...
Additional Interior Features
Manual AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents,Parking brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome,Interior Environment - Dual-tone Black & Grey dashboard,Premium Printed Roofliner,Instrument Panel - Deco 'Ash soft touch,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Satin Chrome Accents IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear lever surround, Steering wheel,Glossy Black Accents - Door armrest,AC vents (side) outer rings, Central AC Vents Steering wheel controls,Parcel Shelf,Distance to Empty,Average Fuel Consumption,Low Fuel Warning Lamp,Outside temperature indicator in cluster
2 Spoke Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo
Muted melange seat upholstery,8.9 cm LED instrument cluster
Rear Seat Headrest
4
...
Digital Cluster
Full
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
...
382 Liters
405 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Body Coloured Bumpers,Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron-CHROME,Front Panel: Chrome moustache,Sash Tape - A/B Pillar,Body Side Sill Cladding`,Front Signature Grill: High Gloss Black,AColour Touch: Front Bumper & C-Pillar,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Outside Door Mirror: High Gloss Black,Wheel Arch Cladding,Skid Plate - Front & Rear,Dual Tone Roof,Body Side Door Moulding & Chrome Insert,Front Grill Embellisher (Glossy Black + Painted)
Sequential LED DRLs and Taillamp with Welcome/Goodbye Signature, Alloy Wheel with Aero Inserts, Top-mounted Rear Wiper and Washer, Bi Function LED Headlamps
C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,3-spoke steering wheel,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
...
Trunk Light
...
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4352*1765*1593 mm3
3995*1804*1620 mm3
3991*1750*1605 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2498 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
208 mm
205 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent,Rear Seat Smart 'Tilt' Cushion,Advanced Comfort Winged Rear Headrest
Instrument Cluster with Navigation Display, Air Purifier with Dust Sensors, Xpress Cool, Power Outlet in Boot, Auto Dimming IRVM, Touch-based HVAC Controls, Rear Power Outlet, Grand Floor Console with Leatherette Armrest, iRA Connected Vehicle Features (Emergency Call & Breakdown Call, Remote Vehicle Controls like Remote Engine Start/Stop, Navigation Based Services, Vehicle Diagnostic Reports etc.), E-shifter
PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone hor
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
...
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
MyCitroën Connect With 40 Smart Features
Slim Bezel Touchscreen Infotainment System, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
...
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Not Available
Drive Modes
3
3
...
No of Speakers
4
4
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt and Collapsible
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Front
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
60:40 Split
Bench Folding
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
...
Tachometer
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
...
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Single Pane
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
...
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
2
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
3 Point Seat Belts (All Seats)
N/A
...
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
...
Live Weather
...
...
ECall And ICall
...
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen Basalt
  • Looks! Coupe SUV design turns a lot of heads
  • Rear seat space — great kneeroom and foot room. Ample headroom despite sloping roof
  • HUGE 470-litre boot space
  • Will accommodate a whole lot more than just a weekend’s worth of luggage easily.
Tata Nexon
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • quick and smooth petrol DCT
  • very comfortable seats
  • well-rounded tech package
  • strong safety package
Citroen Basalt
  • Bare basic feature list - Sunroof
  • cruise control
  • push-button start stop are sorely missed; 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine does not feel refined
  • Automatic gearbox is slow to respond.
Tata Nexon
  • Alternatives like the Maruti Brezza offer more cabin space
  • infotainment system glitches periodically

Is Tata Nexon Better Than Citroen Basalt?

84% users have chosen Tata Nexon over Citroen Basalt in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 284 users have also rated Tata Nexon and Citroen Basalt on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Tata Nexon is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and safety in your car. But Citroen Basalt is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Basalt Nexon
Mileage 3.9 4.0
Performance 4.4 4.3
Comfort 4.7 4.7
Maintenance 3.9 4.0
Safety 4.9 4.3
Features 4.7 4.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better Tata Nexon or Maruti Brezza?
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  • The Tata Nexon offers a more premium feel and features, with options for petrol, diesel, and automatic transmission. The Maruti Brezza is known for reliability, fuel efficiency, and lower maintenance costs, backed by Maruti's extensive service network. Choose based on preferences and budget.
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. Nexon becomes the default choice if you want space for five and a comfortable ride. However, if it's polished and the latest tech you're after, the Nexon might feel a little rough around the edges. On the other hand, The Maruti Suzuki Brezza offers a strong balance of space, practicality, convenience, and tech. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Basalt Vs Nexon Vs Renault Kiger FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon?
As per the users experiences Citroen Basalt is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Tata Nexon is better on the grounds of performance and safety. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon?
The Citroen Basalt is cheaper than Tata Nexon by Rs. 1.66 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon?
The Tata Nexon delivers better mileage 24.08 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Basalt vs Tata Nexon?
For the Max Turbo AT DT version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of Basalt produces 109bhp@5500rpm of power and 205Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Fearless Plus S Dark Diesel AMT version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Nexon produces 113.31bhp@3750rpm of power and 260Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen Basalt has better performance.

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