The Citroen C3 now will get LED projector headlamps, auto-folding outdoors rearview mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 7.0-inch digital instrumen
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Citroen has rolled out a spate of updates for the C3 hatchback that it launched initially again in July 2022 with minimal options, one thing which did not precisely minimize it within the Indian market. The model, now, has added options galore that will assist its efficiency within the markets.
It now will get LED projector headlamps, auto-folding outdoors rearview mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and computerized local weather management, all of which had been absent since its mid-2022 launch. One other huge characteristic addition is six airbags as customary, bumping up the protection quotient of the Citroen C3. All these options come as a part of the top-spec Shine trim.
Different options reminiscent of steering-mounted controls, energy home windows, hill-start help, and a ten.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity additionally stay within the fray.
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When it comes to underneath the hood choices, C3 consumers nonetheless have two selections at their disposal – a 1.2-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated motor growing 81bhp and paired with a 5-speed guide gearbox, plus a 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbocharged unit pumping out 108bhp and mated to a 6-speed guide gearbox.
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However past the C3, there may be one other refresh that Citroen has been engaged on – the C3 Aircross, which was additionally unveiled in September 2023. Lots of the similar points that beset this mid-size SUV additionally afflict its hatchback sibling, not least a scarcity of package.
Now, with the replace, options which weren’t accessible within the top-end variant earlier have been added to the Citroen C3 Aircross. The brand new options on the India-spec C3 Aircross embrace LED projector headlamps and auto local weather management amongst others. It additionally will get a bigger sliding entrance armrest and a flip-style key that enhances the performance of the automotive. For security, it now comes with six airbags.
Other than this new gear, Citroen has additionally made just a few adjustments contained in the cabin. Now, the switches for the facility rear home windows are relocated to the rear door pads from the centre console between the 2 entrance seats, and will probably be a lot simpler to entry for the passengers sitting within the again. Apart from this, the automotive mechanically stays the identical as its predecessors.
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The Citroen C3 Aircross nonetheless comes with the 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol mill, linked to a six-speed guide gearbox and a six-speed torque converter computerized unit. This turbo-petrol mill pumps out 109 bhp of peak energy and 205 Nm of most torque. Costs for the Citroen C3 Aircross start at ₹9.99 lakh, whereas computerized variants retail from ₹12.91 lakh (ex-showroom).
It’s with these new options that the Citroen C3 and the C3 Aircross are prone to get a value hike; official announcement is due very quickly.
First Revealed Date: 06 Aug 2024, 11:19 AM IST
