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C3X vs AMG A 45 S

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
Mercedes-Benz

AMG A 45 S

AMG A 45 S
Price Range

₹87 lakh

Mileage

11.0 km/l

Petrol • 1 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

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

Editorial Summary

“AMG A 45 S takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, punchy performance. While C3X remains a capable contender, AMG A 45 S 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 AMG A 45 S 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

AMG A 45 S

416 bhp

500 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:C3X
C3X Standout

19.3 km/l (ARAI)

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

AMG A 45 S

11.0 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
Mercedes-Benz

AMG A 45 S

Listed items₹5,45,455
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹5,45,455
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹81.31 lakh(C3X lower)

Live Optional

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

Ex-Showroom₹5.69 lakh

Aero Track Edition

2.0-litre in line engine, 1991 cc • DCT • 11.0 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹87 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

C3X
AMG A 45 S
Engine TypeDiffers
C3X:1198 cc Petrol / 1199 cc Petrol
AMG A 45 S:1991 cc Petrol
Max PowerDiffers
C3X:80 - 109 bhp
AMG A 45 S:416 bhp
Peak TorqueDiffers
C3X:115 - 205 Nm
AMG A 45 S:500 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
C3X:Automatic, Manual
AMG A 45 S:DCT
Fuel Options
C3X:Petrol
AMG A 45 S:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
C3X:19.3 km/l (ARAI)
AMG A 45 S:11.0 km/l
C3X
AMG A 45 S
Ground ClearanceDiffers
C3X:180 mm
AMG A 45 S:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
C3X:315 Litres
AMG A 45 S:350 Litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
C3X:—
AMG A 45 S:50 Litres
Body Type
C3X:Hatchback
AMG A 45 S:Hatchback
C3X
AMG A 45 S
AirbagsDiffers
C3X:2 - 6 (by variant)
AMG A 45 S:—
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 AMG A 45 S has a published mileage of 11.0 km/l.