Citroen BasaltX vs Renault Kiger (2026)
Citroen BasaltX (₹8.55 Lakh – ₹14.11 Lakh) and Renault Kiger (₹5.81 Lakh – ₹10.40 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Renault Kiger is more affordable — it starts ₹2.74 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX.
- The Citroen BasaltX is the more powerful car, with 108 bhp against 99 bhp.
- The Renault Kiger is more efficient on paper — up to 20.5 kmpl vs 19.5 kmpl.
- The Citroen BasaltX has the bigger boot: 470 litres vs 405 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 →Renault Kiger in short
The Renault Kiger is the price warrior of the compact SUV class, refreshed in 2025 with a bolder face, updated cabin and six airbags. It significantly undercuts the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Brezza while offering a willing 100 PS turbo-petrol and a 405-litre boot. A four-star Global NCAP result counters the budget-badge perception.
Full Kiger prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: BasaltX or Kiger?
The Renault Kiger is more affordable — it starts ₹2.74 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
BasaltX vs Kiger — which is safer?
The Citroen BasaltX scores 4 stars and the Renault Kiger scores 4 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the BasaltX or the Kiger?
The Renault Kiger is more affordable — it starts ₹2.74 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX. The Citroen BasaltX is the more powerful car, with 108 bhp against 99 bhp. The Renault Kiger is more efficient on paper — up to 20.5 kmpl vs 19.5 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.