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Citroën Basalt X

SUV 5 Seater Petrol

₹ 8.55 Lakh – 14.10 Lakh

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 X

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

The Citroën Basalt X is a coupe-styled SUV sitting above the Aircross X, 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

Key Facts

₹8.55 L

Ex-showroom

81-108

Max power

18.7–19.5 kmpl

Mileage

470 L

Boot space

5 Seater

Seating

Main Points

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 · ₹8.55–14.10 lakh · Petrol

7.9/10

Buy the top trims

MWE Score · segment-relative

✓Buy the top trims

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Petrol

Fuel

⚙️

1199 cc

Engine

🏁

81–108 bhp

Power

🔧

115–205 Nm

Torque

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FWD

Drivetrain

📈

18–19.5

kmpl ARAI

🧳

470 L · 5

Boot · Seats

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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

MW MyWheels Expert Desk

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

Powertrain7.9/10

Tech & Features8.0/10

Safety7.8/10

Comfort & Space8.3/10

Efficiency7.4/10

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

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Variants & Prices 8 variants

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Variants On-Road Price

You

Petrol 5-Speed Manual PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated)

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Petrol 5-Speed Manual PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated)

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Petrol 6-Speed Manual PureTech 110 (Turbo)

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Petrol 6-Speed Automatic PureTech 110 (Turbo)

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Max

Petrol 6-Speed Manual PureTech 110 (Turbo)

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Petrol 6-Speed Manual Dual Tone PureTech 110 (Turbo)

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Petrol 6-Speed Automatic PureTech 110 (Turbo)

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Petrol 6-Speed Automatic Dual Tone PureTech 110 (Turbo)

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Available Colours

Polar White

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Citroën Basalt X Specifications

Engine · Petrol

Engine	PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated)
Displacement	1199 cc
Max Power	81 bhp @ 5750 rpm
Max Torque	115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Mileage (ARAI)	18 kmpl

Engine · Petrol

Engine	PureTech 110 (Turbo)
Displacement	1199 cc
Max Power	108 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque	190 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission	6MT / 6AT
Mileage (ARAI)	18.7–19.5 kmpl

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Engine & Transmission

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Engine Type	PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated)	PureTech 82 (Naturally Aspirated) / PureTech 110 (Turbo)	PureTech 110 (Turbo)
Displacement	1199	1199	1199
Cylinder Nos. Layout	3, Inline	3, Inline	3, Inline
Max Engine Power	81 bhp @ 5750 rpm	81–108 bhp	108 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Engine Torque	115 Nm @ 3750 rpm	115–205 Nm	190–205 Nm
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual / Automatic (Torque Converter)	Manual / Automatic (Torque Converter)
No of Gears	5	5 / 6	6
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
ARAI (Mileage)	18.0	18–19.5 kmpl	18.7–19.5 kmpl
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed	9.95	9.95	9.95
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Power Steering System	Electric (EPS)	Electric (EPS)	Electric (EPS)
Power Windows Position	Front	Front & Rear (One-Touch Auto-Down on all 4)	Front & Rear (One-Touch Auto-Down on all 4)
Idle Start/Stop	–	✓	✓

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Front Suspension	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
Front Brake	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake	Drum	Drum	Drum
ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)	✓	✓	✓
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	✓	✓	✓
Hill Hold Control	✓	✓	✓

Wheels & Tyres

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Front Tyres	205/60 R16	205/60 R16	205/60 R16
Rear Tyres	205/60 R16	205/60 R16	205/60 R16
Spare Tyre	185/65 R15 Steel	185/65 R15 Steel	185/65 R15 Steel
Wheel Covers	Full Wheel Cover	Trio Full Wheel Cover	–
Alloy Wheels	–	–	16-inch (41 cm) Urban Diamond-Cut

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Fuel Tank Capacity	45	45	45
Length	4352	4352	4352
Width	1765	1765	1765
Height	1593	1593	1593
Wheelbase	2651	2651	2651
Kerb Weight	1065-1108 kg	1065–1233 kg	1175–1233 kg
Bootspace	470 (ISO 210)	470 (ISO 210)	470 (ISO 210)
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
Doors	5	5	5
Gross Vehicle Weight	1475-1518 kg	1475-1518 kg / 1585-1612 kg / 1643-1650 kg	1585-1612 kg / 1643-1650 kg
Min. Turning Radius	5.0 m	5.0 m / 5.4 m	5.4 m

Battery & Charging (EV)

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Naturally Aspirated	Naturally Aspirated / Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Driving Range	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)

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Warranty	3 Years / 1,00,000 km	3 Years / 1,00,000 km	3 Years / 1,00,000 km

Airbags & Passive Safety

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	Not Tested	Not Tested
Airbags	6 (Dual Front, Side, Curtain)	6 (Dual Front, Side, Curtain)	6 (Dual Front, Side, Curtain)
Seatbelts — 3 Point seat belts (all seats)	All Seats	All Seats	All Seats
Child Seat Anchor Points	ISOFIX + Top Tether	ISOFIX + Top Tether	ISOFIX + Top Tether

ADAS & Active Safety

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Anti Theft Alarm	–	✓	✓
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	–	✓	✓
Speed Limiting Function	–	✓	✓
SVM (Surround View Monitor)	–	–	Halo 360 Camera (dealer-fitted accessory)

Comfort & Climate

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Air Conditioner Control	Manual (with Heater)	Tropicalised Automatic Climate Control	Tropicalised Automatic Climate Control
Headliner	–	Premium Roofliner	Premium Roofliner
Rear AC Vents	–	Vents Behind Front Armrest	Vents Behind Front Armrest
Front Centre Armrest	–	Sliding with Storage	Sliding with Storage
Ventilated Seats	–	–	Front Row

Seating & Upholstery

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Seat Upholstery	Fabric (Rubic / Nimbus)	Fabric (Urban Grey w/ Andre Red Accent Band)	Brown Marse Leatherette
Headrest: Up / Down — Front headrest	Integrated (Fixed)	Adjustable	Adjustable
Headrest: Up / Down — Rear headrest	Integrated + Centre Naprest	Adjustable + Centre Naprest	Adjustable + Advanced Comfort + Centre Naprest
Dashboard Upholstery	–	Soft-touch Sporty Grey (engraved stitching)	Brown Marse Leatherette Wrapped
Soft Door Armrests	–	Black Leatherette (Front & Rear)	Black Leatherette (Front & Rear)
Height Adjustable Seat	–	Driver (Manual Height)	Driver (Manual Height)
Rear Armrest	–	–	With Cup Holders
Smart-Tilt Cushion	–	–	Yes (3-step Thigh Support)

Infotainment & Connectivity

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Touch-screen Display	–	26 cm (10.25") Citroen Connect Floating	26 cm (10.25") Citroen Connect Floating
Bluetooth Compatibility	–	✓	✓
Android Auto	–	Wireless	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	–	Wireless	Wireless
Smartphone Connectivity	–	Wireless	Wireless
Speakers	–	4	6 (4 + 2 Tweeters)
Antenna	–	–	Shark Fin
Speakers — Front tweeters	–	–	✓
Wireless Charger	–	–	✓
Voice Command	–	–	CARA Intelligent Assistant

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Connected Car App	–	–	40 Smart Features (MyCitroen Connect)

Instrument Cluster

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Trip Meter	✓	✓	✓
Distance to Empty	✓	✓	✓
Fuel Consumption	Average	Average	Average
Gear Shift Indicator	✓	✓	✓
Instrument Cluster Screen	–	17.78 cm (7") Floating Digital TFT	17.78 cm (7") Floating Digital TFT
Outside Temperature Gauge	–	✓	✓

Lighting

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Headlights	Halogen	LED Vision Projector	LED Vision Projector
DRL (Daytime Running Lights)	–	LED Signature	LED Signature
Ambient Interior Lighting	–	Diffused (IP only)	Diffused (IP & Doors)
Footwell Lamp	–	✓	✓
Interior Lamps — Room lamp	–	Front & Rear LED	Front & Rear LED
Fog Lights	–	LED	LED
Interior Lamps — Luggage lamp	–	–	✓

Exterior & Styling

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Body-coloured Bumpers	✓	✓	✓
Front Wipers	Intermittent	Intermittent	Intermittent
Adjustable ORVMs	Electric	Electric	Electric
iRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror)	Manual	Day/Night (Manual)	Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming)
Grille	–	High Gloss Black (Piano)	High Gloss Black (Piano) + Glossy Black Embellisher
Body-coloured Outside Door Handles	–	✓	✓
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) — Black painted	–	High Gloss Black	High Gloss Black
Wheel Arch Cladding	–	✓	✓
ORVM Turn Indicators	–	✓	✓
Interior Door Handles Finish	–	Painted	Satin Chrome Plating
Interior Trim Inserts	–	Andre Red Accents (IP / Console)	Glamorous Gold Accents (IP / Console)
Dashboard Trim	–	Satin Chrome (IVI / AC Vents)	Glamorous Gold (IVI / AC Vents)
Power Folding ORVM	–	Auto-fold	Auto-fold
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	–	Co-Driver	Co-Driver
Rear Defogger	–	✓	✓
Skid Plate	–	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Dual tone roof	–	–	✓

Driver Assistance & Parking

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Keyless Entry (Remote Central Locking)	Remote	–	–
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear	Rear
Keyless Start/ Button Start	–	Proxi-Sense Passive Entry & Push Start	Proxi-Sense Passive Entry & Push Start
Cruise Control	–	✓	✓
Rear-View Camera	–	–	✓

Steering & Controls

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Steering-Mounted Controls	–	Audio, Phone & Cluster	Audio, Phone & Cluster
Steering Adjustment	–	Tilt	Tilt
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel	–	–	✓

Storage

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
12V Power Socket	Front	Front	Front
Bottle Holder in Doors	Front & Rear (1 L)	Front & Rear (1 L)	Front & Rear (1 L)
Luggage Net Hooks	Boot Bag Hooks (3 kg)	Boot Bag Hooks (3 kg)	Boot Bag Hooks (3 kg)
Smartphone Holder	Charger Wire Guide on IP	Charger Wire Guide on IP	Charger Wire Guide on IP
Rear Parcel Tray	–	✓	✓
Front Seatback Pockets	–	Driver & Front Passenger	Driver & Front Passenger

Warning & Alerts

Variant	You Petrol	Plus Petrol	Max Petrol
Low Fuel Warning	✓	✓	✓
Seat Belt Warning	All Seats (Buzzer)	All Seats (Buzzer)	All Seats (Buzzer)
Overspeed Warning	Yes (80 / 120 km/h)	Yes (80 / 120 km/h)	Yes (80 / 120 km/h)
Door Ajar Warning	–	✓	✓

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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

Citroën Basalt X On-Road Price in Indian Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions — Citroën Basalt X

1 What is the price of the Citroën Basalt X?

The Citroën Basalt X is priced at ₹ 8.55 Lakh – 14.10 Lakh (ex-showroom). The on-road price varies by city depending on RTO charges and insurance.

2 How many variants does the Citroën Basalt X have?

The Citroën Basalt X is available in 8 variants across 3 trims (You, Plus, Max).

3 What fuel options are available in the Citroën Basalt X?

The Citroën Basalt X is offered with Petrol powertrain.

4 Is the Citroën Basalt X available with an automatic transmission?

Yes, the Citroën Basalt X offers automatic transmission options (5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic).

5 What is the mileage of the Citroën Basalt X?

The Citroën Basalt X 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 X seat?

The Citroën Basalt X is a 5-seater SUV.

7 What colours is the Citroën Basalt X available in?

The Citroën Basalt X 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 X

₹ 8.55 Lakh – 14.10 Lakh

Citroën Basalt X

About the Citroën Basalt X

Key Highlights

Practical compact sedan that delivers real-world value

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

✓Stands out

!Gives us pause

Best suited for

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Variants & Prices 8 variants

Available Colours

Citroën Basalt X Specifications

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