It has been reported that the Basalt has been created using the same platform as C3 and C3 Aircross with a lot of similarities from both outside and inside.
After teasing customers with all the small teasers and photos, the top car maker Citroen has finally revealed its upcoming couped-based SUV Basalt in India. It is the company’s fifth offering in the market after notable products that include C3, eC3, C3 Aircross and C5 Aircross.
The company has not revealed the launch date as yet. Even, the price range has been kept under wrap. However, customers can expect the launch later this month. It is expected to hit the market at the starting price of Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom), and will compete against the upcoming Tata Curvv,
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Platform and Design
It has been reported that the Basalt has been created using the same platform as C3 and C3 Aircross. It follows the company’s signature style statement, featuring a similar headlight setup, split DRLs, and an impressive bonnet, flaunting Citreon’s chrome finish logo at the front.
Talking about the overall design, the model has a lot of similarities with the C3 Aircross. However, the company tried to make it stand out from other models by using a different approach. It has been treated with a coupe roofline, which makes it look more aesthetic in the lineup.
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Notable Highlights
The model gets stylish dual-tone alloy wheels, ditching the blacked-out ones that were seen in the concept avatar. From the side, it has been given decent-sized cladding that enhances its overall charm.
At the rear, it is complemented by wraparound LED tail lights, which resemble C3 Aircross, a blacked-out bumper and a silver finish skid plate for extra protection.
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Interior
Jumping inside the cabin, the company has used a 7-inch fully digital cluster and a robust 10.2-inch infotainment system. The unit supports all the wireless car connect technology including wireless Android, Apple and Auto carplay.
Citroen Basalt. (File photo)
Engine and Power
Under the hood, Basalt is powered by both 1.2-litre naturally aspirated and 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engines. The former generates a maximum power of 80 bhp and 115 Nm of torque, while the latter churns out an impressive 108 bhp and up to 205 Nm of peak torque.
