C3 Aircross has distinctive French flair
Gets a prominent skid plate, dummy housings
Two-tone roof, 17-inch wheels add to its aesthetics
Rear quarter window, windscreen seem like one unit

Two-tone dash, steering is similar to the C3
New digital instrument cluster
All controls are ergonomically placed
Rear window switches placed between front seats are not easy to reach

Driver’s seat is slightly slim but comfortable
Has generous headroom and legroom
Cushioning, high seat height good for long journeys
Removable third-row mostly for children

10.2-inch touchscreen is slick to operate
Roof-mounted AC vents rules out scope for sunroof
Knobs for aircon controls are clunky to use
5-seater gets rear arm-rest, 7-seater gets reclining seats

Only one engine-gearbox option
1.2-turbo petrol is smooth and strong
Lack of AT puts it on the backfoot, although coming later this year
6MT is smooth and precise

Despite soft suspension, it is a tidy handler
Low-speed ride is great but at high speeds it is bouncy
Straight-line stability and steering are good

With short overhangs and 200mm ground clearance, it can do light off-roading
Hill hold function works well

We Like

Ride comfort
Innovative third row of seats

We don’t like

Cost cutting and minimal features
No automatic option