Citroen BasaltX vs Nissan Magnite (2026)
Citroen BasaltX (₹8.55 Lakh – ₹14.11 Lakh) and Nissan Magnite (₹5.68 Lakh – ₹10.99 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Nissan Magnite is more affordable — it starts ₹2.87 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX.
- The Citroen BasaltX is the more powerful car, with 108 bhp against 99 bhp.
- The Citroen BasaltX has the bigger boot: 470 litres vs 336 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Citroen BasaltX in short
The BasaltX is India's most affordable coupe-SUV — the sloping-roof Basalt launched in August 2024, refreshed as the X in September 2025 with six airbags standard, a new dashboard and more equipment. Power comes from an 82 PS 1.2 NA petrol or a 110 PS 1.2 turbo-petrol (190 Nm with the 6-speed manual, 205 Nm with the 6-speed torque-converter automatic), and its 470-litre boot is the biggest in the compact-SUV class. A 4-star Bharat NCAP rating and famously supple ride quality back its fight against the Tata Curvv, the only other coupe-SUV at this price.
Full BasaltX prices & variants →Nissan Magnite in short
The Magnite is Nissan India's sole volume model and the price-warrior of the sub-4m SUV segment, with the 2024 facelift adding a plusher cabin, an AMT option and up to six airbags while retaining rock-bottom pricing. The 1.0 turbo-petrol with CVT remains an unusually affordable pairing for the class. It fights the Renault Kiger, Tata Punch, Maruti Fronx and entry variants of the Nexon and Venue.
Full Magnite prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: BasaltX or Magnite?
The Nissan Magnite is more affordable — it starts ₹2.87 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
BasaltX vs Magnite — which is safer?
The Citroen BasaltX scores 4 stars and the Nissan Magnite scores 4 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the BasaltX or the Magnite?
The Nissan Magnite is more affordable — it starts ₹2.87 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX. The Citroen BasaltX is the more powerful car, with 108 bhp against 99 bhp. The Citroen BasaltX has the bigger boot: 470 litres vs 336 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.