Updated Citroen Aircross SUV launched at Rs 8.49 lakh

Citroen has rolled out a significant update for the C3 Aircross SUV that includes new features, a new engine option and a new name. The company has dropped the ‘C3’ prefix, and calls it just the ‘Aircross SUV’. Prices for the updated Aircross now start at Rs 8.49 lakh, and go up to Rs 13.99 lakh for the top-spec turbo-AT variant. Bookings for the updated Aircross have commenced today and deliveries are slated to begin from October 8.

1. Citroen drops C3 prefix from C3 Aircross
2. Gets new naturally aspirated petrol engine option
3. New features include LED headlights, auto AC

Here’s a look at the updated price list of the Aircross SUV:

The updated Aircross, with its new features, was first showcased earlier last month on the sidelines of the Basalt launch.

Citroen Aircross SUV new features

The most crucial update on the Aircross is the addition of automatic climate control and LED headlamps on the top-spec trims. Citroen has also relocated the rear power-window buttons from the centre console to the rear door pads, added a rear AC vent, a new grab handle on the passenger side, electrically folding wing mirrors, a new flip key, a larger sliding front armrest, and soft-touch material on the dashboard. These updates, although pretty late, surely improve the value proposition of the SUV. On the safety front, Citroen has made 6 airbags and seat belt reminders for all seats standard.

Other features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, connected car tech, rear parking camera with sensors and hill-start assist. The higher-spec Plus and Max trims can also be optioned with a third row for an additional Rs 35,000.

Citroen Aircross SUV new engine option

Citroen has introduced the 82hp, 115Nm 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine that was already on offer with the C3 hatchback. Offered with just a 5-speed manual gearbox, this has allowed Citroen to lower the Aircross' starting price.

The 110hp, 190Nm 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine continues as before, and comes mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox.

The Aircross SUV rivals the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and Honda Elevate, but is positioned towards the lower spectrum of this segment.