Reduction in price for Citroen C3 models, with savings up to ₹98,000. New starting price is ₹5.25 lakh.
Citroen, the French automaker, has expanded its offerings in the Indian market with the launch of the new Citroen C3 and C3X models. Here's a breakdown of the prices, engine types, and key features for these vehicles.
Citroen C3
The Citroen C3 comes with a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, producing 80 bhp and 115 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The prices for various C3 variants are as follows:
- C3 Feel: ₹6.23 lakhs (after a price cut of ₹25,000)
- C3 Feel (O): ₹7.27 lakhs (after a price cut of ₹25,000)
Citroen C3X
The Citroen C3X is available with two powertrain options. The base C3X Shine, equipped with a 1.2-Litre NA engine, starts at ₹7.91 lakh. The top trims of the C3X come with a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 109 bhp and 190 Nm of peak torque.
- C3X Shine: ₹7.91 lakhs
- C3X Shine Turbo (manual): ₹9.10 lakhs
- C3X Shine Turbo (automatic): ₹9.89 lakhs (an increase of ₹10,000 compared to before the revision)
Additional Features in C3X Models
The new C3X variants come with several enhanced features, including LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs, LED projector fog lamps, auto-dimming IRVM, keyless entry, engine start/stop button, and more.
Dealer Fitments and Pricing
Citroen offers a CNG kit on the C3 naturally aspirated petrol variants for an additional ₹93,000. A 360-degree camera can be installed as a dealer fitment on the C3X Shine Turbo MT for ₹25,000.
Fuel Efficiency and Comparison
The fuel efficiency for both engine options in the Citroen C3 is claimed to be 19.3 kmpl. The new C3X variants are now more affordable by ₹25,000, with the C3X Shine and Shine Turbo priced at ₹7.91 lakhs and ₹9.11 lakhs respectively.
The C3X Shine Turbo Automatic is now cheaper by ₹10,000, with the new price being ₹9.90 Lakhs. The lower variants of the Citroen C3 are available for comparison with the Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger 2025, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor, and the upcoming Citroen C3X Live (2025).
The turbo petrol automatic variant of the Citroen C3 claims a fuel efficiency of 18.3 kmpl, making it an attractive option for those seeking a balance between performance and fuel economy.
The New Top-Spec C3X: A Part of Citroen's 'Citroen 2.0' Strategy
The new top-spec C3X is the first offering under the brand's 'Citroen 2.0' strategy, marking a significant step forward in Citroen's Indian journey. The C3X Live variant has also seen a price reduction of ₹98,000, now priced at ₹5.25 Lakhs.
With the launch of the new Citroen C3 and C3X models, the automaker aims to cater to a wider range of customers, offering them a diverse portfolio of vehicles to choose from.
- The automotive industry in India witnesses the entry of a new competitor with Citroen's launch of the C3 and C3X models in the market, which cater to various lifestyle preferences and budgets in the finance sector.
- The Citroen C3X, equipped with advanced features like LED projector headlamps and auto-dimming IRVM, offers different powertrain options and is priced competitively in the transportation market, starting from ₹7.91 lakhs for the C3X Shine variant.
- As part of its strategic 'Citroen 2.0' plan, Citroen introduces the new top-spec C3X, a significant step forward in its Indian journey, aiming to provide a wide range of cars that cater to diverse lifestyle choices and financial capabilities.
