Citroen C3. planning to launch foreigner The crossover in India is expected to focus more on comfort by the middle of 2022, featuring spacious interiors and fresh exteriors. Upon launch in India, Citroen C3 The Maruti Ignis will rival its potential rivals such as the Nissan Magnite and the Tata Punch. Here’s what we can expect from the C3 crossover that will soon make its India debut.
cross hatchback look
Citroen CEO Vincent Coby has described the C3 as a ‘hatchback with a twist’. Described as a cross-hatchback, it will get elevated seating and higher ground clearance. With a quirky design, the front fascia of the Citroen C3 will get split-LED headlamps, a double-slat front grille and black cladding with the company logo.
spacious interior
The Citroen C3 interior appears to be more practical and spacious. The feature list includes a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a digital instrument cluster, aircon vents, a phone holder and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
CMP Modular Platform
The Citroen C3 will be built on the same heavy-local CMP modular platform as the Jeep sub-4-metre SUV. With over 90% of the components being manufactured in India, the C3 will be positioned aggressively in its segment. Developed under Citroen’s C-Cubed programme, the crossover will target the Indian and South American markets.
turbo-charged engine
According to sources, the Citroen C3 is likely to use a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine and will be mated to a five-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. No diesel engine will be on offer.
aggressive pricing
The highly localized Citroen C3 is likely to be priced aggressively between Rs 5.5 lakh and Rs 8.8 lakh (ex-showroom, all India). It will compete with Maruti Ignis, Tata Punch and others.
cross hatchback look
Citroen CEO Vincent Coby has described the C3 as a ‘hatchback with a twist’. Described as a cross-hatchback, it will get elevated seating and higher ground clearance. With a quirky design, the front fascia of the Citroen C3 will get split-LED headlamps, a double-slat front grille and black cladding with the company logo.
spacious interior
The Citroen C3 interior appears to be more practical and spacious. The feature list includes a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a digital instrument cluster, aircon vents, a phone holder and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
CMP Modular Platform
The Citroen C3 will be built on the same heavy-local CMP modular platform as the Jeep sub-4-metre SUV. With over 90% of the components being manufactured in India, the C3 will be positioned aggressively in its segment. Developed under Citroen’s C-Cubed programme, the crossover will target the Indian and South American markets.
turbo-charged engine
According to sources, the Citroen C3 is likely to use a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine and will be mated to a five-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. No diesel engine will be on offer.
aggressive pricing
The highly localized Citroen C3 is likely to be priced aggressively between Rs 5.5 lakh and Rs 8.8 lakh (ex-showroom, all India). It will compete with Maruti Ignis, Tata Punch and others.