Citroen Basalt, Aircross get Dark Edition; prices start at Rs 12.80 lakh

The Dark Edition was introduced with a slight price bump for the range-topping variants of the Citroen SUVs.

Published On Apr 10, 2025 11:59:00 AM

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Citroen Basalt Dark Edition Aircross SUV

Citroen Aircross (left), Basalt (right).

Citroen Basalt Dark Edition interior Aircross SUV

Contrasting red stitching on the black leatherette seats.

The Citroen Basalt and Aircross SUV models now come with a new Dark Edition, featuring blacked-out exterior and interior parts, with prices starting at Rs 12.80 lakh, ex-showroom. Citroen has exclusively introduced the latest version with the top-spec Max variants of the two SUVs. Mechanically, no changes have been made.

New Perla Nera black paint, ‘DARK’ badges on body panels
Leatherette-wrapped dashboard with red stitching
Citroen Aircross Dark Edition available in 5-seat configuration only

Citroen Basalt, Aircross Dark Edition: what’s new

Seatbelt cushions, gear lever finished in gloss black

Most notable changes on the outside include a darkened-out front moustache (in Citroen speak) and the Chevron logo. In addition to a new Perla Nera black exterior paint, ‘DARK’ badges have been placed on front doors and boot to further differentiate it from the standard models.

Inside, the Citroen SUV models feature a gloss black-finished gear lever, contrast red stitching on the leatherette seats and door armrests, ambient and footwell lighting, brand-badged cushions for seatbelts, and illuminated sill plates. Additionally, the dashboard is now wrapped in leatherette, marking a notable upgrade.

Citroen Basalt, Aircross powertrain options

Common 110hp, 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine

In the Max variant, both Citroen SUV models share a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 110hp and 190Nm with 6MT and 205Nm with 6AT. The same turbocharged mill offers a maximum mileage of 19.5kpl and 18.5kpl in the Basalt and Aircross, respectively.

Citroen Basalt Dark Edition price

Citroen Basalt Dark Edition price (in Rs)
Variant and gearbox	Price	Premium over standard model
Basalt Turbo Max MT	12,80,000	23,000
Basalt Turbo Max AT	14,10,000	23,000

Citroen Aircross Dark Edition price

Citroen Aircross Dark Edition price (in Rs)
Variant and gearbox	Price	Premium over standard model
Aircross Turbo Max MT	13,13,300	22,500
Aircross Turbo Max AT	14,27,300	22,500

The French carmaker has also launched a Dark Edition for its entry-level C3, and the price starts at Rs 8.38 lakh. However, in addition to a black theme for the exterior and interior, it has been updated with E20 fuel compliance and a larger 45-litre petrol tank (previously 30 litres). The mid-spec Feel (O) trim now gets turn indicators on ORVMs and adjustable front seat headrests.

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Citroen Basalt Dark Edition teased

Citroen Basalt, Aircross, C3 Dark editions price announcement on April 10

Every Dark Edition SUV from Rs 15 lakh to Rs 30 lakh in India