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C3X vs Baleno

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
Maruti Suzuki

Baleno

Baleno
Price Range

₹5.99 lakh – ₹9.99 lakh

Mileage

23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol / CNG • 13 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

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

Editorial Summary

“Baleno takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, lower fuel consumption. While C3X remains a capable contender, Baleno 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.
Target Profile

Choose Baleno 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

Baleno

83.1 PS

112.4 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Baleno
C3X

19.3 km/l (ARAI)

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

Baleno Standout

23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)

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
Maruti Suzuki

Baleno

Listed items₹2,47,015
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,47,015
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹1.31 lakh(C3X lower)

Live Optional

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

Ex-Showroom₹5.69 lakh

Delta

1197 cc • Manual • 23.8 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹7 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

C3X
Baleno
Engine TypeDiffers
C3X:1198 cc Petrol / 1199 cc Petrol
Baleno:1197 cc Petrol / 1197 cc CNG
Max PowerDiffers
C3X:80 - 109 bhp
Baleno:83.1 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
C3X:115 - 205 Nm
Baleno:112.4 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
C3X:Automatic, Manual
Baleno:Manual, AMT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
C3X:Petrol
Baleno:Petrol, CNG
Claimed MileageDiffers
C3X:19.3 km/l (ARAI)
Baleno:23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)
C3X
Baleno
SeatingDiffers
C3X:—
Baleno:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
C3X:180 mm
Baleno:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
C3X:315 Litres
Baleno:318 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
C3X:—
Baleno:37 litres
Body Type
C3X:Hatchback
Baleno:Hatchback
C3X
Baleno
AirbagsDiffers
C3X:2 - 6 (by variant)
Baleno: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 Baleno has a published mileage of 23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI).