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C3X vs i20

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Citroen

C3X

C3X
Price Range

₹4.99 lakh – ₹9.68 lakh

Mileage

19.3 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol • 8 TrimsOpen model
VS
Hyundai

i20

i20
Price Range

₹6 lakh – ₹10.68 lakh

Mileage

16 - 20 km/l

Petrol • 15 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“i20 takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection. While C3X remains a capable contender, i20 offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose C3X if:

  • First-time buyers, small families, and city commuters who want an easy-to-park car with great mileage.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
C3X

80 - 109 bhp

115 - 205 Nm

i20

83.1 PS

114.7 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:C3X
C3X Standout

19.3 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

i20

16 - 20 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Citroen

C3X

Listed items₹3,10,881
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,10,881
Hyundai

i20

Listed items₹3,33,333
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,33,333
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹1.06 lakh(C3X lower)

Live Optional

1.2L PureTech 82, 1198 cc • Manual • 19.3 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹5.69 lakh

Magna Executive

1197 cc • Manual • 16 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹6.75 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

C3X
i20
Engine TypeDiffers
C3X:1198 cc Petrol / 1199 cc Petrol
i20:1197 cc
Max PowerDiffers
C3X:80 - 109 bhp
i20:83.1 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
C3X:115 - 205 Nm
i20:114.7 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
C3X:Automatic, Manual
i20:Manual, CVT
Fuel Options
C3X:Petrol
i20:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
C3X:19.3 km/l (ARAI)
i20:16 - 20 km/l
C3X
i20
SeatingDiffers
C3X:—
i20:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
C3X:180 mm
i20:—
Boot SpaceDiffers
C3X:315 Litres
i20:311 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
C3X:—
i20:37 litres
Body Type
C3X:Hatchback
i20:Hatchback
C3X
i20
AirbagsDiffers
C3X:2 - 6 (by variant)
i20:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The C3X has a published mileage of 19.3 km/l (ARAI). The i20 has a published mileage of 16 - 20 km/l.
Using published mileage and stored ownership figures, the calculated running cost is ₹3,10,881 for C3X and ₹3,33,333 for i20.