7-seater Citroen C3 in the works? Maruti Suzuki Ertiga rival spied for the first time – Times of India

Citroen The C3 compact hatchback was launched in the Indian market in July this year as its second product for the country. It seems that the French-origin carmaker is already preparing another car for India based on the C3. The test mules of the 7-seater version of the C3 have been spotted for the first time.
The prototypes are completely covered in camouflage, but the front fascia and rear-end design are expected to be more or less similar to the C3. However, the MPV appears longer than the compact hatchback. It may also get a slightly wider wheelbase to accommodate an additional row of seats.

In terms of styling, Citroen can provide the 7-seat C3 with a few updates from the outside to make it stand out. Sitting above the C3, in the company’s portfolio, will serve as a rival to the three-row car Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, while the Renault Triber also faces competition. we hope so Citroen MPV However, it will be more affordable than the Ertiga.
It remains to be seen whether the C3-based MPV will use the same powertrain on which that car will be based. That said, Citroen offers the C3 with a 1.2-litre NA petrol engine that makes 82 hp of maximum power and 115 Nm of peak torque, as well as a turbo-petrol version of the same engine that produces 109 hp and 190 Nm of torque. generates. Torque. The former gets a 5-speed MT as standard, while the latter is only available with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
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