The Citroen Basalt Vision idea shares its design with current Citroen fashions like C3 hatchback and C3 Aircross SUV

• The Citroen Basalt Vision is predicated on the identical CMP platform because the C3 hatchback and C3 Aircross SUV.

• It is predicted to be extra characteristic wealthy than the prevailing C3 vary in India.

• Likely to make use of the identical 110 PS 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine used with the prevailing Citroen automobiles in India.

• Citroen will launch the Basalt Vision coupe SUV in India within the second half of 2024. 

• It is predicted to be priced from 8 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

The Citroen Basalt Vision concept, an all-new coupe SUV from the French automaker, has made its world debut. Formerly known as the Citroen C3X, the Basalt Vision is about to be launched within the Indian and South American markets. This new coupe SUV is predicated on the identical CMP platform as current Citroen fashions just like the Citroen C3 and Citroen C3 Aircross. Let’s see the way it appears and what it has to supply.

Design

The fascia appears impressed from the prevailing Citroen fashions just like the C3 and C3 Aircross. It will get the identical break up grille completed in chrome and break up headlamp housing. From the facet, it encompasses a sportier look because of its sloping coupe-like roofline. What additional provides to its sportiness is the squared wheel arches, facet physique cladding and dual-tone alloy wheels.

Its rear of this SUV-coupe feels tall and its boot lid is positioned quite a bit larger than the bonnet. Other design bits on the again embrace wraparound LED taillamps and a tall bumper with a chunky silver skid plate.

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Interior & Features

Though Citroen hasn’t revealed the inside of the Basalt Vision idea, it’s anticipated to be much like that of the C3 Aircross as effectively. However, the Basalt Vision idea is predicted to be extra characteristic wealthy than the prevailing Citroen fashions, with extra facilities like cruise management, computerized AC, push button begin/cease characteristic, and keyless entry. 

Features corresponding to 10.2-inch touchscreen and a 7-inch digital driver’s show will probably be borrowed from the C3 Aircross SUV. In phrases of security, the Basalt Vision is predicted to come back with 6 airbags, digital stability management (ESC), a rear parking digital camera, and tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS).

Expected Powertrain

Though Citroen is but to disclose the powertrain particulars for the Basalt Vision, it should probably use the identical 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine (110 PS / as much as 205 Nm) because the C3 hatchback and C3 Aircross compact SUV. This engine shall be provided with each a 6-speed guide transmission or a 6-speed torque converter computerized. 

Expected India Launch

The Citroen Basalt Vision shall be launched in India within the second half of 2024. It might have a beginning value of Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom). The Basalt Vision will tackle the Tata Curvv, whereas being a substitute for the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Volkswagen Taigun, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq, MG Astor, and Honda Elevate.