Tata Punch vs Citroen C3

Autocar India
Tata Punch

Tata Punch

Accomplished + S CNG AMT

10.67 lakh

Citroen C3

Citroen C3

X Shine 1.2 Turbo Petrol AT

9.60 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1199 cc
1199 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

CNG
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Gearbox Type

AMT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

5
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

87.8 hp at 6000 rpm
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Max Engine Torque

115 Nm at 3250 rpm
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Max Engine Power on CNG

73.4 hp at 6000 rpm
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Max Engine Torque on CNG

103 Nm at 3500 rpm
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Max Motor Power

–
110hp at 5500rpm

Max Motor Torque

–
205Nm at 1750rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
Direct Injection

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
45 litres

CNG/LPG Tank Capacity

43.2 Kg
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Official Fuel Economy

–
18.3 kmpl

User Reported Mileage

–
17.32 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent Mcpherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent Torsion beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drum

Wheel Size

16 inches
15 inches

Front Tyre Size

195/60 R16
195/65 R15

Rear Tyre Size

195/60 R16
195/65 R15

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
N/A

4 Wheel Steer

–

Turning Radius

–
4.98 m

Dimensions

Length

3876 mm
3981 mm

Width

1742 mm
1733 mm

Height

1615 mm
1586 mm

Wheelbase

2445 mm
2540 mm

Ground Clearance

193 mm
180 mm

Boot Capacity

210 litres
315 litres

Doors

5
5

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Front Seatback Pockets

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Remote Locking

Roof Grab Handles

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Hands-free Boot Opening

Door Pockets

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
All

Sunroof

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Cooled Glovebox

Cruise Control

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Dead Pedal

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Keyless Entry

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Push Button Start

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Ambient Lighting

Launch Control

Rear AC Vents

Driving Modes

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Acoustic Windshield

–

Auto Parking

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear Power Outlet

Rear Window Sun Shades

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Glove Box

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Cup Holders

–

Cooled Storage

–

Powered Tailgate

–

12 Volt Port

–

Interior Lamps

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Safety

Automatic Wipers

Automatic Headlamps

Traction Control

Rear Washer/Wiper

Dual Tone Horn

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Driver Airbag

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming
Auto

Seat Belt Warning

Blind Spot Monitor

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Brake Assist (BA)

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
–

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Adaptive Cruise Control

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Airbags

6
6

Overspeed Warning

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Passenger Airbag

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only
Warning Only

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's window Only

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Rear Defogger

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Dashcam

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Heads Up Display

–

High Beam Assist

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Exterior

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Roof Rails

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Spoiler

–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

LED headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin

LED taillights

Illuminated Logo

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

ORVM turn indicators

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Stop Lamp

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

Body Coloured Bumpers

Connected LED

–

Projector Headlamps

Puddle Lamps

Rub Strips

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Interior

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Low Fuel Level Warning

Trip Meter

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Shift Indicator

Instantaneous Consumption

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Head-up Display

Gear Indicator

Ventilated Seats

Third Row Seats

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Adjustable Front Headrests

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Individual Chairs at Rear

Massage Seats

Heated Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Split

Driver's Seat Memory

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Fabric
Fabric

Third Row Seats Split

–

Middle-Row Folding

–
Fold and Tumble

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Entertainment

MirrorLink

Gesture Controls

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.2-inch Touchscreen

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Audio System

Video Player

USB Input

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

AUX Input

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Steering Phone Controls

Steering Audio Controls

Branded Music System

–

CD Player

Voice Commands

Speakers

4
4

Web Browser

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
Phone-based

Wireless Phone Charging

Connected Car Features

Alexa Compatibility

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Find My Car

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•10w

I am looking for a manual petrol hatchback (preferably non-Maruti) within 10 lakhs on road price in Thrissur. Priorities (in order) are road visibility comparable to Wagon R, short turning radius, airbags for driver and front passenger, rear camera with sensors, central locking, tinted glass, decent infotainment unit, and reasonable seating for 3 abreast in the back seat. Also, how does the Citroen C3 measure for the above requirements and against the Punch & i10?

Verified
•9w

Given your comfort with the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, we'd advise you against a conventional hatchback and recommend you look at a sub-compact SUV. The high seating is a boon and will put you at immediate ease in the car. Options that meet your requirements within a Rs 10 lakh budget include the Hyundai Exter, Tata Punch and Citroen C3. The Tata Punch offers more of what you need. It's got the widest cabin (though it's still not ideal as a 5-seater) and packs in all the features that you need, and then a whole lot more. The Citroen C3 makes a compelling case for itself with the best engines, well-sorted ride and handling, and the cabin experience is also vastly improved with the recent feature update. However, it's not quite as roomy as the Punch, and Citroen's service network is also not as widespread as Tata or Hyundai's.The Hyundai Exter is an easy-going option that's also worth a look.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Wagon R
VehicleHyundai Exter
VehicleTata Punch
VehicleCitroen C3
•18w

Recently, I sold my 2012 i20 Magna, which I bought 4 years ago. Fixed my budget to 5 lakhs and looked for a car in second hand market. Then my friends and relatives suggested me to go for a new car. I didn't get any for my budget. So, I increased my budget to 8 lakhs. I've shortlisted Exter, Punch, Magnite and Citroen. First, I visited the TATA showroom. I'm 6'1" tall, and my legs were colliding with the steering wheel, and it was the same with the Altroz. I was shown Nexon, which is more than 10 lakhs, so I went for my other choices. Next, I visited Hyundai, I checked the i20 and the Exter. Same issue with the i20, and I was comfortable with the Exter. So I did not check Nissan and Citroen. The showroom I visited did not offer a Test drive, but the other showroom (PeeYesYem) I enquired offered a test drive and followed up. Then I searched for Cons in Exter, the main thing that can be found on the internet is rear suspension and Body roll. So I waited, then came 3XO into the picture and I seems worth for money. I picked 3XO RevX M, and I visited 3 showrooms, but none of them offered a test drive. Initially, they will ask for arranging the test drive, and then they will arrange it. They don't follow up. One of the showrooms I visited twice, and asked for a test drive. Still, they didn't provide. I gave feedback on the official website as well still no response. The attitude is very poor from the Mahindra sales team across the showroom, so I took a step back. My mind is stuck between Exter SX and 3XO RevXM. Can you please suggest one from above or any other car around 10L? Requirement: Mileage and Value for money. Want to hold for the long term. Thanks a lot!!!

Verified
•18w

Between your two choices, the Mahindra XUV 3XO offers more for your money. It sits a segment above the Hyundai Exter and therefore has more interior space. That said, only go ahead with the Mahindra if the showroom is willing to offer a proper test drive.In terms of the powertrain, the XUV 3XO’s turbo-petrol engine offers stronger performance than the Exter’s naturally aspirated unit, while ride and handling are also superior. While you will be giving up some creature comforts compared to the Hyundai, such as a dashcam and keyless entry, this petrol car is still very well equipped for the price. In our real-world tests, the XUV 3XO managed 10.4kpl in the city and 14.9kpl on the highway, which is actually better than what we recorded in the Exter.What you do give up is boot space. Despite its larger size, the XUV 3XO actually has a smaller boot than the Exter. If that is a concern, then consider the Kia Sonet HTK 1.2-litre petrol MT instead.On the test drive, check if the clutch and shifter action are to your liking, and whether performance and refinement meet your expectations.

VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
VehicleHyundai Exter
VehicleKia Sonet