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Citroen C3 Aircross To Receive a More Powerful Engine in Brazil


The Brazilian version of the Citroen C3 Aircross will feature a smaller turbo-petrol engine compared to the Indian version, but it will offer more power and torque.

Citroen C3 Aircross

  • The Brazilian C3 Aircross will be equipped with a 1-liter turbo petrol engine, while the Indian version features a 1.2-liter turbo unit.

  • The Brazilian engine will offer 20PS more power and 10Nm more torque.

  • It will be paired with a CVT automatic gearbox.

  • Like in India, the C3 Aircross will be available in both 5- and 7-seater configurations in Brazil.

The Citroen C3 Aircross, initially launched in September 2023, is now set to go global with its introduction in Brazil. While both the Indian and Brazilian versions of the compact SUV look similar, they will feature different engine and gearbox options.

More Powerful Turbo-Petrol Engine

Citroen C3 Aircross

The Brazilian C3 Aircross will come with a 1-liter turbo-petrol engine, capable of producing 130PS and 200Nm of torque. This is 20PS more power and 10Nm more torque than the Indian version, which has a larger 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine (110PS and 190Nm).

Citroen currently offers the Indian C3 Aircross with only a 6-speed manual transmission, but an automatic transmission variant is expected to be launched in the future, featuring a 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Available in a Similar 5+2 Seating Layout

Citroen C3 Aircross Rear Seats

In Brazil, the Citroen C3 Aircross will be offered in both 5- and 7-seater configurations, similar to the Indian market. The 7-seater variants will feature removable third-row seats.

Features of the Indian Version

Citroen C3 Aircross

The Indian-spec Citroen C3 Aircross comes loaded with features such as a 10.2-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a 7-inch digital driver’s display, steering-mounted audio controls, and manual AC.

In terms of safety, it includes dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, hill-hold assist, rear parking sensors, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

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Price Range in India

In India, the Citroen C3 Aircross is priced between Rs 9.99 lakh and Rs 12.34 lakh (ex-showroom pan India). It competes against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Honda Elevate, and MG Astor. Would you like to see the more powerful Citroen engine option come to the India-spec C3 Aircross as well? Let us know in the comments below.

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