Citroen C3 vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare the Citroen C3 vs Citroen C5 Aircross on price, specifications, features and mileage. The Citroen C3 price starts at Rs. 4.80 Lakh and the Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at Rs. 37.32 Lakh (ex-showroom). The C3 gets a 1198 cc cng engine (80 bhp) and the C5 Aircross gets a 1997 cc diesel engine (174 bhp). Check the detailed Citroen C3 vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison below across price, mileage, performance, safety and features to find the best car for you.

Live 1.2 CNGCitroen Live 1.2 CNG · Rs. 4.80 Lakh*
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Basic Information

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Variant
Live 1.2 CNGLive 1.2 CNG
ShineShine
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Ex-Showroom Price
Live 1.2 CNGRs. 4.80 Lakh
ShineRs. 37.32 Lakh
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Finance EMI
Live 1.2 CNG₹8,375/month
Shine₹65,090/month
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Fuel Type
Live 1.2 CNGCNG
ShineDiesel
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Transmission
Live 1.2 CNGManual - 5 Gears
ShineAutomatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
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Rating
Live 1.2 CNG4.3
Shine4.3
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Engine & Transmission

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Engine
Live 1.2 CNG1198 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Shine1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
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Engine Type
Live 1.2 CNGPURETECH 82
ShineDW10FC
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Fuel Type
Live 1.2 CNGCNG
ShineDiesel
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Max Power (bhp@rpm)
Live 1.2 CNG80 bhp @ 5750 rpm
Shine174 bhp @ 3750 rpm
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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
Live 1.2 CNG115 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Shine400 Nm @ 2000 rpm
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Alternate Fuel
Live 1.2 CNGPetrol
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Emission Standard
Live 1.2 CNGBS6 Phase 2
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Mileage - Owner Reported
Live 1.2 CNG18 kmpl
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Direct Start in CNG
Live 1.2 CNGYes
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Driving Range
Live 1.2 CNG579 km
Shine919 km
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Drivetrain
Live 1.2 CNGFWD
ShineFWD
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Transmission
Live 1.2 CNGManual - 5 Gears
ShineAutomatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
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Mileage (ARAI)
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine17.5 kmpl
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Idle Start/Stop
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineYes
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Regenerative Braking
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Pure Electric Driving Mode
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Dimensions & Capacity

Feature
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Length
Live 1.2 CNG3981 mm
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Width
Live 1.2 CNG1733 mm
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Height
Live 1.2 CNG1586 mm
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Ground Clearance (unladen)
Live 1.2 CNG180 mm
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Wheelbase
Live 1.2 CNG2540 mm
Shine2730 mm
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Kerb Weight
Live 1.2 CNG958 kg
Shine1685 kg
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Seating Capacity
Live 1.2 CNG5 Person
Shine5 Seats and 2 Rows
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No of Rows
Live 1.2 CNG2 Rows
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Doors
Live 1.2 CNG5 Doors
Shine5 Doors
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Bootspace
Live 1.2 CNG315 litres
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Length *Width *Height
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine4500 mm * 1969 mm * 1710 mm
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Bootspace
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine580L
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Fuel Tank Capacity
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine52.5 litres
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Suspension, Steering & Tyres

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Front Suspension
Live 1.2 CNGMacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
ShineMacpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And Rebound
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Rear Suspension
Live 1.2 CNGRear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
ShineTwist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression
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Front Brake Type
Live 1.2 CNGDisc
Shine-
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Rear Brake Type
Live 1.2 CNGDrum
Shine-
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Minimum Turning Radius
Live 1.2 CNG4.98 metres
Shine5.35 metres
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Steering Type
Live 1.2 CNGPower assisted (Electric)
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Front Tyres
Live 1.2 CNG195 / 65 R15
Shine235 / 55 R18
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Rear Tyres
Live 1.2 CNG195 / 65 R15
Shine235 / 55 R18
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Tyre Construction
Live 1.2 CNGRadial - Tubeless
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Wheels
Live 1.2 CNGSteel Rims
ShineAlloy Wheels
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Spare Wheel
Live 1.2 CNGSteel
Shine-
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Steering
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShinePower assisted (Electric) steering
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Tyres
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineRadial - Tubeless Tyres
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Spare Wheel & Tyre
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineAlloy
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Exterior & Design

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Sunroof / Moonroof
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Roof Rails
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Body-coloured Bumpers
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Rub-strips
Live 1.2 CNGBlack
ShineNo
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Body Kit
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Antenna
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineShark Fin Antenna
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Sunroof
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShinePanoramic
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Safety

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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NCAP Rating
Live 1.2 CNGNot Tested
Shine4 Star (Euro NCAP)
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Airbags
Live 1.2 CNG2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Shine6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
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Seatbelt
Live 1.2 CNGYes
Shine-
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Anti Theft Alarm
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Overspeed Warning
Live 1.2 CNG1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Shine1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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Child Seat Anchor Points
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Puncture Repair Kit
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineNo
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Dashcam
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Skid Plate
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Seat Belt Warning
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Rear Middle Head Rest
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Forward Collision Warning
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Automatic Emergency Braking
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Lane Departure Warning
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Blind Spot Detection
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineYes
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High-beam Assist
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineYes
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Second Row Middle Seat Safety
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineRear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
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Comfort & Convenience

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones
Live 1.2 CNGManual
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Front AC
Live 1.2 CNGSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
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Air Purifier
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Heater
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Cruise Control
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Parking Assist
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineReverse Camera
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Parking Sensors
Live 1.2 CNGRear
ShineFront & Rear
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Steering Adjustment
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineTilt & Telescopic
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Keyless Start/ Button Start
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineDriver & Co-Driver
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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Umbrella Storage in Door
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Cabin Boot Access
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Air Conditioner
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineAutomatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Separate Zone with Vents Behind Front Armrest)
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Charging Ports
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine2 x 12V Power Outlets
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Electronic Parking Brake
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineYes
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Lighting

Feature
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Headlights
Live 1.2 CNGHalogen
ShineLED
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Cornering Headlights
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Headlight Height Adjuster
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Automatic Headlamps
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Taillights
Live 1.2 CNGHalogen
ShineLED
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Daytime Running Lights
Live 1.2 CNGHalogen
ShineLED
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Cabin Lamps Position
Live 1.2 CNGFront
Shine-
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Reading Lamp
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Glovebox Lamp
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Light on Vanity Mirrors
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Ambient Interior Lighting
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Puddle Lamps
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Fog Lights
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineLED - Front & LED - Rear
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Interior Lamps
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineFront and Rear Reading Lamp,
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Braking & Traction

Feature
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Brake Assist (BA)
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Hill Hold Control
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Hill Descent Control
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Brakes
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineDisc (Front & Rear)
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Differential Lock
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Four-Wheel-Drive
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Locks & Security

Feature
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Engine Immobiliser
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Central Locking
Live 1.2 CNGWith Key
ShineKeyless
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Child Safety Lock
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Speed Sensing Door Lock
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Doors, Windows & Mirrors

Feature
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Exterior Door Handles Finish
Live 1.2 CNGBlack
Shine-
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Interior Door Handles Finish
Live 1.2 CNGBlack
ShineChrome
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Power Windows Position
Live 1.2 CNGFront Only
Shine-
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One Touch Down
Live 1.2 CNGFront
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Door Pockets
Live 1.2 CNGFront & Rear
ShineFront & Rear
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Adjustable ORVMs
Live 1.2 CNGInternally Adjustable
ShineElectrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Anti-glare Mirrors
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineElectronic - Internal Only
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Rain-sensing Wipers
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Rear Wiper
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Bootlid Opener
Live 1.2 CNGInternal
ShineElectric Tailgate Release
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Rear Defogger
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Exterior Door Handles
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineBody Coloured Finish with handle type
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Power Windows
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineFront & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
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Scuff Plates
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineMetallic
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ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineBlack finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Infotainment & Connectivity

Feature
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Speakers
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Android Auto
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Apple CarPlay
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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AM/FM Radio
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Steering-mounted controls
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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DVD Playback
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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iPod Compatibility
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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AUX Compatibility
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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USB Compatibility
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Bluetooth Compatibility
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShinePhone Calls & Audio Streaming
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Smart Connectivity
Live 1.2 CNGAndroid Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
ShineAndroid Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
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Voice Command
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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GPS Navigation System
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Wireless Charger
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Infotainment Screen
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine10" Touch-screen Display
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Head Unit Size
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNot Available
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Audio System
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine6 Speakers
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WiFi Hotspot
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Input Methods
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineBluetooth Compatibility (Phone & Audio Streaming)
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Seats & Upholstery

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Seat Upholstery
Live 1.2 CNGFabric
ShineFabric + Leatherette
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Live 1.2 CNG4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Shine6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, lumbar: up / down)
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Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
Live 1.2 CNG4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Shine8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
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Interiors
Live 1.2 CNGSingle Tone
Shine-
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Interior Colours
Live 1.2 CNGBlack
Shine-
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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Headrests
Live 1.2 CNGFront & Rear
ShineFront & Rear
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Front Seatback Pockets
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Driver Armrest
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Rear Armrest
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Split Rear Seat
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Folding Rear Seat
Live 1.2 CNGFlat
ShineFlat
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Rear Passenger Seat Type
Live 1.2 CNGBench
ShineIndividual
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Rear Parcel Tray
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Second Row Seat Adjustment
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
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Ventilated Seats
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Ventilated Seat Type
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Interior
Live 1.2 CNG-
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Third Row Seat Type
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineNo
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Mobile App Features

Feature
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Emergency Call Button
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Find My Car
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Check Vehicle Status via App
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Remote Parking with Key
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Remote AC: On / Off via App
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Geo-fence
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineNo
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Alexa Compatibility
Live 1.2 CNGNo
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Instrumentation

Feature
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Average Fuel Consumption
Live 1.2 CNGYes
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Distance to Empty
Live 1.2 CNGYes
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Low Fuel Level Warning
Live 1.2 CNGYes
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Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Live 1.2 CNGYes
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Instrument Cluster Screen Type
Live 1.2 CNGDigital
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Live 1.2 CNGYes
Shine-
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Trip Meter
Live 1.2 CNG2 Trips Electronic
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Average Speed
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Door Ajar Warning
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Heads Up Display (HUD)
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Tachometer
Live 1.2 CNGDigital
ShineDigital
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Gear Indicator
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineYes
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Shift Indicator
Live 1.2 CNGYes
ShineNo
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Clock
Live 1.2 CNGDigital
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Fuel Consumption
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineAverage Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
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Instrument Cluster Screen
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineDigital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Storage

Feature
Live 1.2 CNG
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Bottle Holder in Doors
Live 1.2 CNGAll Doors
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Cup Holders Position
Live 1.2 CNGFront Only
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Cooled Glovebox
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Sunglass Holder
Live 1.2 CNGNo
Shine-
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Driver Armrest Storage
Live 1.2 CNGNo
ShineYes
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Cup Holders
Live 1.2 CNG-
ShineCupholders in Front Only
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Warranty

Feature
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Vehicle Warranty (In Years)
Live 1.2 CNG3
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Vehicle Warranty (In Kilometres)
Live 1.2 CNG100000
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Vehicle Warranty
Live 1.2 CNG-
Shine3 Years / 100000 Km
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