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Citroën Basalt

SUV 5 Seater Petrol

₹ 8.55 Lakh – 13.95 Lakh

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Engine 1199 cc
Power 81–108 bhp
Transmission 5-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic
Mileage 18–19.5 kmpl
Boot 470 L
Safety Not Tested

About the Citroën Basalt

Citroën’s coupe-SUV — a sloping-roof design, turbo-petrol performance and first-in-segment comfort touches at a sharp price.

The Citroën Basalt is a coupe-styled SUV sitting above the Aircross, powered by the 1.2L PureTech petrol — naturally aspirated (81 bhp) or turbo (108 bhp) — with 5/6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic.

Key Highlights

  • 81–108 bhp petrol engine with up to 205 Nm torque
  • 18–19.5 kmpl ARAI-rated mileage across variants
  • 6 airbags standard for occupant protection
  • Ventilated front seats keep you cool on long drives
  • 470L boot space ideal for family SUV needs
  • Wireless phone charging for hassle-free connectivity
  • Manual and torque converter automatic options available
The Verdict

Practical compact sedan that delivers real-world value

SUV · ₹8.55–13.95 lakh · Petrol

7.8/10Buy the top trims
MWE Score · segment-relative
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Petrol
Fuel
⚙️
1199 cc
Engine
🏁
81–108 bhp
Power
🔧
115–205 Nm
Torque
🛞
FWD
Drivetrain
📈
18–19.5
kmpl ARAI
🧳
470 L · 5
Boot · Seats
🛡️
6 airbags
NCAP n/a

The Basalt is a no-nonsense compact sedan that prioritizes comfort and efficiency over flashy features. At ₹8.55 lakh, it offers a solid package with 108 bhp, 19.5 km/l efficiency, and ventilated seats—genuine priorities for daily commuters. While it skips advanced driver aids and a sunroof, what's here is thoughtfully chosen and well-executed for the money.

19.5 km/l ARAIClass-leading efficiency for daily cost savings

How the score breaks down — weighted across 6 dimensions, scored against the segment set

Powertrain7.8/10
Tech & Features8.0/10
Safety7.8/10
Comfort & Space8.3/10
Efficiency7.1/10
Value8.0/10

Stands out

  • Efficient 19.5 km/l ARAI rating cuts fuel costs significantly
  • Ventilated seats and 8.3 comfort score for real daily relief
  • Solid 108 bhp with 205 Nm torque handles regular traffic
  • 6 airbags standard across the range
  • Strong value proposition at under ₹8.6 lakh
  • Useful 470L boot for daily needs

!Gives us pause

  • No ADAS features—no adaptive cruise or lane-keep assist
  • No sunroof limits perceived premium feel
  • 105 bhp won't excite those wanting spirited performance
  • Only 5 tech features feel basic against some rivals

Best suited for

Budget-conscious commuterGreat fitPractical family buyerGreat fitTech-forward enthusiastDepends on trimPremium-seekersLook elsewhere
The spec snapshot & sub-scores are computed from live spec data — numbers are never invented. The verdict headline and expert take are written by mywheelsexpert AI, constrained to the same spec data.

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Petrol 5-Speed Manual

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Petrol 5-Speed Manual

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Petrol 6-Speed Manual

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Petrol 6-Speed Manual

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Petrol 6-Speed Automatic

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Petrol 6-Speed Manual

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Petrol 6-Speed Automatic

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Petrol 6-Speed Automatic

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Available Colours

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Polar White

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Basalt Specifications

PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated) · 1199 cc

Petrol · 5-Speed Manual

Power 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm
Torque 115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18 kmpl

PureTech 110 (Turbo) · 1199 cc

Petrol · 6MT / 6AT

Power 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Torque 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.7–19.5 kmpl

Dimensions & Weight

Length
4352
Width
1765
Height
1593
Wheelbase
2651
Kerb Weight
1065 – 1233 kg
Bootspace
470 (ISO 210)
Seating Capacity
5
Doors
5

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Engine & Transmission
Variant you-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic-dual-tone Petrol
Engine Type PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated) PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated) PureTech 110 (Turbo) PureTech 110 (Turbo) PureTech 110 (Turbo) PureTech 110 (Turbo) PureTech 110 (Turbo) PureTech 110 (Turbo)
Displacement 1199 1199 1199 1199 1199 1199 1199 1199
Cylinder Nos. Layout 3, Inline 3, Inline 3, Inline 3, Inline 3, Inline 3, Inline 3, Inline 3, Inline
Max Engine Power 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm 108 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Engine Torque 115 Nm @ 3750 rpm 115 Nm @ 3750 rpm 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm 205 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm 205 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm 205 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Transmission Type Manual Manual Manual Manual Automatic (Torque Converter) Manual Automatic (Torque Converter) Automatic (Torque Converter)
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Variant you-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic-dual-tone Petrol
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring Twist Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brake Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Drum Drum Drum Drum Drum Drum Drum Drum
ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
Wheels & Tyres
Variant you-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic-dual-tone Petrol
Front Tyres 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16
Rear Tyres 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16 205/60 R16
Spare Tyre 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel 185/65 R15 Steel
Wheel Covers Full Wheel Cover Trio Full Wheel Cover Trio Full Wheel Cover Trio Full Wheel Cover
Alloy Wheels 16-inch (41 cm) Urban Diamond-Cut 16-inch (41 cm) Urban Diamond-Cut 16-inch (41 cm) Urban Diamond-Cut 16-inch (41 cm) Urban Diamond-Cut
Dimensions & Capacity
Variant you-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic-dual-tone Petrol
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45
Length 4352 4352 4352 4352 4352 4352 4352 4352
Width 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765
Height 1593 1593 1593 1593 1593 1593 1593 1593
Wheelbase 2651 2651 2651 2651 2651 2651 2651 2651
Kerb Weight 1065-1108 kg 1065-1108 kg 1175-1202 kg 1175-1202 kg 1233-1240 kg 1175-1202 kg 1233-1240 kg 1233-1240 kg
Battery & Charging (EV)
Variant you-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic-dual-tone Petrol
Turbocharger / Supercharger Naturally Aspirated Naturally Aspirated Turbocharged Turbocharged Turbocharged Turbocharged Turbocharged Turbocharged
Driving Range 810 (approx) 810 (approx) 810 (approx) 810 (approx) 810 (approx) 810 (approx) 810 (approx) 810 (approx)
USB Power Delivery Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast) Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast) Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast) Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast) Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast) Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast) Front USB-A, Rear 2x USB-C (Fast)
Warranty
Variant you-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-5-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual Petrol plus-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic Petrol max-petrol-turbo-automatic-dual-tone Petrol
Warranty 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km 3 Years / 1,00,000 km

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Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

  • Automatic transmission available
  • Wide variant choice (8 versions)
  • Good colour choice (7 options)
  • Competitive ARAI mileage (18–19.5 kmpl)
  • Strong power output (up to 108 bhp)
  • Practical boot space (470 L)

✕ Cons

  • Only Petrol powertrain on offer
  • No electric variant
  • Diesel not offered
  • Top variants get expensive

Basalt On-Road Price by City

Frequently Asked Questions — Citroën Basalt

1 What is the price of the Citroën Basalt?
The Citroën Basalt is priced at ₹ 8.55 Lakh – 13.95 Lakh (ex-showroom). The on-road price varies by city depending on RTO charges and insurance.
2 How many variants does the Citroën Basalt have?
The Citroën Basalt is available in 8 variants across 8 trims (you-petrol-5-speed-manual, plus-petrol-5-speed-manual, plus-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual, max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual, plus-petrol-turbo-automatic, max-petrol-turbo-6-speed-manual-dual-tone, …).
3 What fuel options are available in the Citroën Basalt?
The Citroën Basalt is offered with Petrol powertrain.
4 Is the Citroën Basalt available with an automatic transmission?
Yes, the Citroën Basalt offers automatic transmission options (5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic).
5 What is the mileage of the Citroën Basalt?
The Citroën Basalt has an ARAI-rated mileage of 18-19.5. Real-world mileage varies with driving style and conditions.
6 How many people can the Citroën Basalt seat?
The Citroën Basalt is a 5-seater SUV.
7 What colours is the Citroën Basalt available in?
The Citroën Basalt is available in 7 colours: Polar White, Steel Grey, Cosmo Blue, Garnet Red, Perla Nera Black, Polar White with Perla Nera Black Roof, Garnet Red with Perla Nera Black Roof.

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Citroën Basalt

₹ 8.55 Lakh – 13.95 Lakh