Citroen has recently updated the C3 cross-hatch with a host of new features, making it a more competitive product against the compact hatchbacks, like Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Maruti Suzuki Swift. In this story, we’ll compare the 2024 Citroen C3 with the new-gen Maruti Suzuki Swift, which was launched a few months ago.
2024 Citroen C3 vs Maruti Swift – Dimensions
| Parameters | Maruti Swift | Citroen C3 |
| Length | 3860mm | 3981mm |
| Width | 1735mm | 1733mm |
| Height | 1520mm | 1586mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450mm | 2524mm |
| Boot Space | 265 litres | 315 litres |
| Kerb Weight | up to 925 kg | 958 – 1455 kg |
The Citroen C3 is overall a slightly larger car than the Maruti Swift, with a greater length (+ 121mm), height (+66mm), and wheelbase (+74mm), offering more boot space as well (+50 litres). However, the Maruti Swift is marginally wider than the C3 and has a lower kerb weight.
2024 Citroen C3 vs Maruti Swift – Powertrain
| Model | Maruti Swift | Citroen C3 |
| Engine | 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol | 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol / 1.2L turbo-petrol |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 3/3 |
| Max Power | 82PS | 82PS /110 PS |
| Peak Torque | 112Nm | 115Nm / Up to 205Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 5-speed manual / 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic |
| Mileage | 24.8 kmpl (Manual), 25.75 kmpl (AMT) | 19.3 kmpl |
- The Maruti Swift and Citroen C3 both come with 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engines producing 82PS, but the C3 also offers a 1.2L turbo-petrol option delivering 110PS and up to 205Nm of torque.
- Both models feature 3-cylinder engines, with the Swift offering a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT, while the C3 provides a choice between a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual, or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
2024 Citroen C3 vs Maruti Swift – Features
| Common | Additional Features In Maruti Swift | Additional Features In Citroen C3 |
| – LED projector headlights with LED DRLs – Front fog lamps – 15-inch alloys – Powered ORVMs – ORVM mounted turn indicators – Leather-wrapped steering & gearknob – Touchscreen infotainment – Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto – Connected car technology – Auto AC – Rear defogger – Keyless entry – Height-adjustable driver’s seat – Day/night IRVM – Steering mounted control – Six airbags – ESP – 3-point seat belt for all – Rear parking sensors – Reverse Camera – Hill hold assist – ISOFIX child seat anchors | – Rear AC vents – Cruise control – Front request sensors to lock/unlock – Push button start – Wireless smartphone charger – Front footwell illumination – Auto up/down function for driver’s window – 60:40 split rear seat – Six airbags in all variants | – Bigger touchscreen infotainment – Digital instrument cluster – One-touch auto-down function for all windows – Tyre pressure monitoring system – Factory-customisation option |
Even after the recent update, the Citoren C3 still misses out on several essential features, including cruise control and rear AC vents.
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2024 Citroen C3 vs Maruti Swift – Price
| Model | Price Range (ex-showroom) |
| Maruti Swift | Rs 6.49 lakh to Rs 9.5 lakh |
| Citroen C3 | Rs 6.16 to Rs 9.29 lakh |
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Which Car Should You Buy?
- Buy the Maruti Swift if you prioritize reliability, a well-rounded feature set, and ease of ownership with extensive service support.
- Buy the Citroen C3 if you value a more powerful engine, a unique SUV-like design, a roomier cabin, and are interested in customization options.
