Citroen Basalt Mileage
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The Basalt stays efficient for a coupe SUV, with its turbo engines leading the way. The turbo manual is rated at 19.5 kmpl, ahead of the 18.7 kmpl turbo automatic. The naturally aspirated petrol reads 18.0 kmpl. Real world figures fall with city traffic, hills and heavy air conditioning use. Deciding between the engines? Match each Basalt trim to its engine to compare fairly.
Best mileage (ARAI)
19.5 kmpl
Petrol
Real-world est.
≈ 16 kmpl
everyday driving
Most efficient
You Turbo
top of the range
Mileage is how far the Basalt travels on one litre of fuel (or one kg of CNG). A bigger number means you spend less on fuel. Carmakers quote an ARAI lab figure; in real driving you get a bit less, so both are shown below.
- Petrol · ManualMost efficient
19.5 kmpl
≈ 16 real-world
- Petrol · Automatic
18.7 kmpl
≈ 15 real-world
- Petrol · Manual
18 kmpl
≈ 15 real-world
What will fuel cost you?
Drag to your yearly driving and see the running cost. Based on the real-world estimate.
Per month
₹6,563
Per year
₹78,750
Per km
₹6.6
Petrol, about 16 kmpl at ₹105/L. Estimate only.
5 easy ways to get better mileage
Small habits add up to real fuel savings on your Basalt.
- 1Keep tyres at the right pressureSoft tyres drag and burn more fuel. Check them once a month.
- 2Go easy on the pedalSmooth acceleration and braking beat quick starts and hard stops.
- 3Don't carry dead weightAn empty boot and roof help. Extra load means extra fuel.
- 4Use the AC wiselyAt city speeds the AC adds load. On the highway, closed windows help.
- 5Service on timeA clean air filter and fresh oil keep the engine sipping, not gulping.
Citroen Basalt mileage: common questions
Which Basalt returns the best mileage?
The turbo manual, rated at 19.5 kmpl. It leads the 18.7 kmpl turbo automatic and the 18.0 kmpl naturally aspirated petrol on the official figures.
Is the naturally aspirated Basalt the most efficient?
No. It actually sits last at 18.0 kmpl. The turbo manual makes stronger low end torque, so it works less hard and posts a higher rated figure.
How much does the automatic affect Basalt economy?
The turbo automatic reads 18.7 kmpl against 19.5 kmpl for the turbo manual. The torque converter gives up a little efficiency for smoother town driving.