Citroen C3
Citroen C3 price in India starts from ₹ 6.16 Lakh. C3 is available in 11 colours - Polar White, Zesty Orange, Platinum Grey, Steel Grey, Polar White with Zesty Orange roof, Platinum Grey with Zesty Orange roof, Polar White with Platinum Grey roof, Steel Grey with Zesty Orange roof, Zesty Orange with Platinum Grey roof, Steel Grey with Platinum Grey roof, and Polar White with Blue roof. C3 seating capacity is 5 People. C3 mileage is 19.3 km/l. C3 has received Not Tested safety rating.
C3 car is available in 15 variants and 1 fuel options - petrol. C3 petrol models comes with 1198cc engine which generates a peak power of 80 bhp @ 5750 rpm . C3 is also offered in 1199cc petrol engine which generates a peak power of 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm .
The new Citroen C3, a Hatchback from Citroen, was launched in India in Jul 2022. C3 has received a 7/10 rating from our experts and a 88% rating score from our users. C3 is preferred for its styling and comfort.
C3 competes with Citroen C3 Aircross, Nissan Magnite and Tata Altroz in India. Please check following table for Citroen C3 model list.
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Live 1.2 Petrol | ₹ 6.16 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Feel 1.2 Petrol | ₹ 7.27 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Feel Blu Edition 1.2 Petrol | ₹ 7.37 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Feel 1.2 Petrol Vibe Pack | ₹ 7.42 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Feel 1.2 Petrol Dual Tone | ₹ 7.42 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Feel 1.2 Petrol Vibe Pack Dual Tone | ₹ 7.57 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Shine 1.2 Petrol | ₹ 7.80 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Shine Blu Edition 1.2 Petrol | ₹ 7.90 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Shine 1.2 Petrol Vibe Pack | ₹ 7.92 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Shine 1.2 Petrol Dual Tone | ₹ 7.95 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Shine 1.2 Petrol Vibe Pack Dual Tone | ₹ 8.07 Lakh | Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual |
Feel 1.2 Turbo Dual Tone | ₹ 8.47 Lakh | Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual |
Feel 1.2 Turbo Vibe Pack Dual Tone | ₹ 8.62 Lakh | Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual |
Shine 1.2 Turbo Dual Tone | ₹ 9.00 Lakh | Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual |
Shine 1.2 Turbo Vibe Pack Dual Tone | ₹ 9.12 Lakh | Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual |
C3 Price
C3 price starts from ₹ 6.16 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 9.12 Lakh. C3 EMI starts from ₹ 12,488. Select city to check Citroen C3 on-road price.
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₹ 6.16 - 9.12 Lakh
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₹ 12,488 for 5 Years
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Citroen C3 Key Specifications
Price | ₹ 6.16 - 9.12 Lakh |
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Fuel Type | Petrol |
Transmission | Manual |
Engine Size | 1198 cc, 1199 cc |
Mileage | 19.3 km/l |
Safety Rating | Not Tested |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 180 mm |
Avg. Waiting Period | 0 - 9 Weeks |
Warranty | 2 Years or 40000 km |
Seating Capacity | 5 People |
Size | 3981 mm L X 1733 mm W X 1586 mm H |
Fuel Tank | 30 litre |
Citroen C3 Latest Updates
The 4 major highlights are Special Cosmo Blue colour, Customised interior, air purifier, sill plates, and illuminated cup holders.
About Citroen C3
Summary
French automaker , Citroen has updated its second product for India, the C3, now in three variant options – Live, Feel and Shine. Further, the Feel variant is available in multiple options such as dual-tone, Vibe pack, dual-tone Vibe pack, and Turbo dual-tone Vibe pack. Moreover, the company offers three packs with 56 customisation options.
Exterior
The Citroen C3 stands tall with an SUV stance. The fascia is highlighted by dual chrome chevrons with chrome extensions in the grille. Additionally, it gets a high bonnet design which is complemented by dual-LED DRLs. As for the sides, it gets strong wheel arches and fluid lines that give it a unique character. The PureTech 82 engine option gets 14-inch steel wheels, while the PureTech 110 gets 15-inch steel wheels. The rear section gets squared taillights. The top-spec Shine variant now gets 15-inch alloy wheels.
Interior
The Citroen C3 offers two interior trim options – Anodized Orange and Anodized Grey. Depending on the variant, the C3 offers a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering wheel with audio and phone controls, glossy black outer ring on side AC vents, and satin chrome inside door handles. The addition of the top-spec Shine variant now sees the car get electrically adjustable ORVM, rear parking camera, day/night IRVM rear wiper & washer, rear defogger. You now also get the My Citroen Connect app with 35 connectivity features.
Engine
Mechanically, the vehicle is available in two petrol engine options. The PureTech 82 gets a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder NA engine that produces 80bhp at 5,750rpm and 115Nm of torque at 3,750rpm. This engine comes mated to a five-speed manual transmission. On the other hand, the PureTech 110 gets a 1.2-litre turbo engine which generates 109bhp at 5,500rpm and 190Nm of torque at 1,750rpm. This engine gets a six-speed manual transmission.
The PureTech 82 engine has a claimed fuel efficiency figure of 19.8kmpl, while the PureTech 110 has a claimed fuel efficiency figure of 19.4kmpl.
Citroen C3 Variants
Find a list of all 15 petrol variants of Citroen C3. This table includes Citroen C3 on-road price which covers all costs like RTO and Insurance.
- C3 Petrol price in India ranges between ₹ 6.16 Lakh and ₹ 9.12 Lakh.
- C3 Manual price ranges between ₹ 6.16 Lakh and ₹ 9.12 Lakh.
- C3 Turbo price ranges between ₹ 8.47 Lakh and ₹ 9.12 Lakh.
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- 5 Seater
C3 Variants | Ex-showroom Price | Compare |
Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
Fuel Type: Petrol Engine: 1198 cc (Higher engine size helps to generate more power) Transmission: Manual (In a manual transmission car, the driver has to manually shift gears) Mileage: 19.3 kmpl (ARAI reported mileage) |
₹ 6.16 Lakh
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Key Features : Average Fuel Consumption Display, Gear Shift Indicator Display, Front Only Power Windows
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.27 Lakh
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Extra Features over Live variants : Wireless Charger, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.37 Lakh
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Extra Features over Live variants : Wireless Charger, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.42 Lakh
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Extra Features over Live variants : Wireless Charger, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.42 Lakh
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Extra Features over Live variants : Wireless Charger, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.57 Lakh
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Extra Features over Live variants : Wireless Charger, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.80 Lakh
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Extra Features over Feel variants : Reverse Camera Parking Assist
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.90 Lakh
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Extra Features over Feel variants : Reverse Camera Parking Assist
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.92 Lakh
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Extra Features over Feel variants : Reverse Camera Parking Assist
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 7.95 Lakh
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Extra Features over Feel variants : Reverse Camera Parking Assist
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Petrol, 1198 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 8.07 Lakh
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Extra Features over Feel variants : Reverse Camera Parking Assist
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Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 8.47 Lakh
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Extra Features over Shine variants : Turbocharged, Push Button Start
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Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 8.62 Lakh
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Extra Features over Shine variants : Turbocharged, Push Button Start
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Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 9.00 Lakh
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Petrol, 1199 cc, Manual, 19.3 kmpl
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₹ 9.12 Lakh
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C3 Expert Rating
C3 Expert Review
Good Things
- Engine performance
- Ride quality
- Large dimensions
Could be Better
- Lacks features
- No automatic option
- Cost cutting measures evident
Engine and Performance
The first thing that strikes you as you start driving the C3 is the driving position itself. You sit very high, the steering wheel is just the right size and visibility upfront is superb because of how low the windscreen extends and how the dashboard is angled. You can see a lot more of the road ahead and because you also have these ridges on the bonnet you get a better judgement of where it ends and that's always good for new drivers. Visibility from the side widows is also great although parking the C3 is always going to require more effort than usual because of the lack of reversing camera and a relatively smaller rear glass.
As for the engine itself, what we have is the turbocharged version of the 1.2-litre 3 cylinder engine and it's paired to a six speed manual. You also get a naturally aspirated version of this engine and naturally it's down on power. But strangely enough there isn't any automatic option at the moment even for this 110 horsepower version which I think is quite delightful. It pulls well from low to mid RPMs and besides a clattery idle, Its good enough when it comes to engine noise and vibrations.
The C3 is surprisingly quick in a straight line, delivering effortless performance all the way till triple digit speeds. The typical three-cylinder engine thrum is also well contained and under normal driving conditions, this 1.2-litre engine remains adequately quiet and refined. The six speed manual that we have here isn't the most engaging unit around but the shift action is adequately light for daily driving. Although what's even better is the clutch action. It's not as feather light as the one we have seen on the Tata Punch but it's very progressive which is just perfect for city driving.
Ride and Handling
Ride quality is something that has always been Citroen's forte and we have experienced it extensively in the C5 Aircross SUV. The much cheaper C3 naturally doesn't have the same level of plushness but for a hatchback, it's a different story altogether. The suspension on this is extremely silent and until or unless you hit the biggest of potholes you won't hear it working when going across bad roads. It's also good at absorbing bumps keeping the occupants flat across uneven surfaces. The 195 section tires are among the widest that we have seen in B segment hatchbacks and it’s the combination of these chunky tires, 180mm ground clearance and long travel suspension that plays a key role in delivering a big car like ride quality. Citroen themselves have said that the C3 is not an SUV but it has the attributes of an SUV. And that brings us to the other pressing question that I have around the C3 and its identity.
The other thing that makes the C3 so user friendly is the steering and its lightness. The wheel itself is quite compact compared to other hatchbacks and it terms of usability it’s nearly spot on. Firstly, it operates with just the right amount of progression as you turn and more importantly, it’s very light at parking speeds and that’s something that a lot of first time car buyers would appreciate.
Exterior
At nearly 3.9meters in length and with a wheelbase of over 2.5meters, the C3 is not only bigger on the outside but also roomier inside compared to most B segment hatchbacks. And the generous proportions are nicely augmented with the exterior design which is typically Citroen. The high bonnet, the split design for the headlights and the grille are all from the C5 Aircross and so is the generous use of plastic cladding all around. Apart from these, there are some design elements that are unique to the C3. Things like the deeply carved front and rear fenders, sharp grooves on the bonnet, the roof and lastly, the rather large front skid plate.
Comfort, Convenience and Features
The interior is your typical small car space when it comes to the quality of plastics and textures but there is nothing typical about the design of the dashboard or the seats. For instance, the large orange coloured trim for the dashboard lends it a bespoke feel. Then you have the rounded rectangular shaped air vents and bucket seats at the front with a rather unique pattern to add to the cabin’s flair. In comparison, the ambiance at the back is a little underwhelming because the cabin is predominately black and also there is virtually nothing here to keep you occupied.
You don’t get rear AC vents or even an arm rest but the rear seat itself is large and nicely contoured to hold you in place. We also like the generous amount of legroom and thigh support which is always a big plus in a small car.
The boot, at 315 litres, is wide enough for two check-in size suitcases and two handbags and in terms volume, it’s bigger than the Maruti Swift but noticeably behind something like the Tata Punch. Although you get a wide 10-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay, height adjustment for the driver’s seat and one touch auto down for all four power windows, the C3 lacks basic yet extremely useful features like rear wiper and defogger, a tachometer split folding rear seats, rear armrest and a reversing camera. In terms of comfort oriented features, it’s lacking alloy wheels, electric mirrors, push button start, LED headlamps and there’s no automatic air conditioner either. What’s also odd is the placement of rear window switches. Having them between the front seats is hardly convenient and also hints at cost cutting measures.
Conclusion
So far what we know for sure is that the new Citroen C3 is spacious on the inside and has lots of scope for customisation. It also rides really well for a basic hatchback and that's the thing. It's just a nice basic hatchback but in a market like ours where features are so important, the C3 will have it's work cut-out because it's not only lacking gimmicky but also a lot of the basic features that we have come to expect from hatchbacks. It's a cheerful car for sure but will the C3 be affordable? That's purely down to how well Citroen Indian does for pricing and given the size and the list of standard features, the C3 is likely to be a very affordable proposition.
We are expecting that the C3 would undercut petrol manual versions of the Swift, the Celerio and the Punch which means a starting price of little over Rs 5 lakh for the naturally aspirated C3. If Citroen can deliver on that then there is a good chance for them to taste success with their first ever budget car for India.
Pictures by Kapil Angane
User Reviews for C3
My experience
Engine sound is harsh, problem with 5th number gear.milega is 10 km per litre.highway milege is 12 km per litreVery poor mileage.
Very poor mileage. 9Kmpl or less (Rs 12 per km) in city driving against catalog/advertisement claim of 19kms. Besides, for Mumbaikars, the dealership and service centre is in far western suburbs which means you will end up spending about 800 per visit on fuel! Service centre is very responsive. The vehicle rolls a bit and unstable at speeds above 50-60kmph.A pleasant ride
1. Very Good driving experience with really good pickup and smooth gear transmission. 2. Really good control even in high pickup of around 120 km/hr 3. Silent car and doesn't make much noise. 4. Look wise it's much better rather than other cars of the segment 5. Chilled Acs with really good sound system. 6. Mileage could have been better for city.Perfect car for all
Better than any in same segment, good power and speed. Good speed in 3 rd gear can reach uptop145kmph in full rpm, max speed in 6th gear is 167kmph.Citroen C3 Turbo absolute beat and great mile muncher
The best decision was to go with C3 Turbo as I wanted to have the best performance in under 10 Lakhs budget. I drove it for 700km on express ways and state highways and wasn't tired at all. Such a nice car for highways. The cabin is silent and AC is powerful. Overall, even at speed of 100kmph this car was silent and didn't feel unsettled even at 120. Since this car is still under 2000km I was reluctant on driving it at more than 100 kmph but overall it was a very pleasant experince. The buying experience was not so good but I didn't mind it because the dealer arranged a vehicle for me in just 15 days whereas others are waiting for almost 2 months. They were also a little bit slacking about explaining everything and making sure everything was done, I had to keep track of RTO, Insurance and multiple callbacks to get the correct status. What to say about its driving experience, While taking the test drive I drove a few other vehicles and the only other vehicle that I liked apart from C3 was Creta which is almost 4-5 lakhs costlier. The suspension tuning is unbelievable and any small undulations on highways and expressways will be soaked up easily. Its design is superb considering the price point even when it's missing things like LED lamps. The dual tone alloy wheels give it a very good road presence and White and Grey dual tone pack with Spoiler and a window line graphics makes this car unique on the road. When we talk about performance no vehicle comes close to the turbo variant. A gentle tap on the accelerator gives you the kind of pushback only a 2.0 ltr diesel engine could provide. I think the 1.2 L Turbo combination is very good for all the rev ranges. Let's discuss some cons, first of all missing a daylight IRVM and electrically adjusted ORVM is very annoying, however, the rear washer and defogger seem like a major miss. I was able to change the IRVM using an after-market Mahindra Scorpio part which has the same mount. I feel rear seat ingress is a little difficult because of the narrow entry and front seat mounting rails getting in the way of the rear footwell. Since it's only been 1500km experience no other cons I could find, similarily the service and maintenance pack that I have purchased should cover all the expenses and leave me with a peaceful mind for the coming 5 years.Best in price and quality
Staff was quiet well and explained all the feature such a way that a layman van understand, driving experience is too good I can say better than mahindra xuv 300, according to me there is only 1 flaw that this car comes only in petrol variant, if there was an option for diesel the car would have much more powerful
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Quick Facts about Citroen C3
Citroen C3 price in India goes from ₹ 6.16 - 9.12 Lakh in India.Citroen C3 being a Hatchback comes in 15 variants.The base model of Citroen C3 - Live 1.2 Petrol starts at ₹ 6.16 Lakh in Delhi and the top model of Citroen C3 - Shine 1.2 Turbo Vibe Pack Dual Tone is priced at ₹ 9.12 Lakh in Delhi. If you are looking for a 5 seater car then you should consider C3.
C3 car comes in 15 petrol variants. The C3 petrol variant comes with a 1198cc engine capacity and Manual transmission modes. It generates 80 bhp @ 5750 rpm. Another petrol variant of C3 comes with a 1199cc engine capacity and Manual transmission modes. It generates 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm.
Citroen C3 comes in 11 colors which include Polar White, Zesty Orange, Platinum Grey, Steel Grey, Polar White with Zesty Orange roof, Platinum Grey with Zesty Orange roof, Polar White with Platinum Grey roof, Steel Grey with Zesty Orange roof, Zesty Orange with Platinum Grey roof, Steel Grey with Platinum Grey roof, and Polar White with Blue roof.
Compare C3 with Alternatives
Citroen C3 | Citroen C3 Aircross | Nissan Magnite | Tata Altroz | |
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Price | ₹ 6.16 Lakh | ₹ 9.99 Lakh | ₹ 6.00 Lakh | ₹ 6.65 Lakh |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1199 cc | 999 cc | 1199 cc |
Transmission | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
Power | 80 bhp @ 5750 rpm | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm | 87 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
Torque | 115 Nm @ 3750 rpm | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 96 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
Safety Rating | Not Tested | Not Tested | 4 Star (ASEAN NCAP) | 5 Star (Global NCAP) |
Boot Space | 315 litres | 444 litres | 336 litres | 345 litres |
Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 200 mm | 205 mm | 165 mm |
Size | 3981 mm L X 1733 mm W X 1586 mm H | 4323 mm L X 1796 mm W X 1665 mm H | 3994 mm L X 1758 mm W X 1572 mm H | 3990 mm L X 1755 mm W X 1523 mm H |
Citroen C3 Price in India
Citroen C3 Mileage
The user-reported mileage for the Citroen C3 ranges from 10 kmpl to 17 kmpl, while the ARAI-claimed mileage for C3 is 19 kmpl.
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The ex-showroom prices of Citroen C3 and C3 Aircross have been reduced and the C3 and eC3 are now available in new Blu Edition.
The hike will be across the range from January 2024
Citroen India has announced that it will hike prices of the C3 with effect from 1 July, 2023. The prices of the hatchback will be increased by up to Rs. 17,500 depending upon the variant. Currently, the C3 can be had in three trims including Live, Feel, and Shine with prices starting from Rs. 6.16 lakh (ex-showroom).
Citroen's three models will get an updated feature list in July 2024.
The Citroen C3 was recently tested under the Latin NCAP crash tests and it has failed the tests with zero-star safety rating. The Brazilian-spec test model was loaded with safety features like dual front airbags, ESC, a seatbelt load limiter and reminder.
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