Back in September 2022, Citreon launched its first mass-market offering in India in the form of C3. It is essentially a cross-hatch that made headlines with its striking looks and SUV-like design. It comes in two variants, with a host of customisation options, making it a little problematic to choose the correct variant for you. But fret not, we’re here to help you.
Let’s start with the specifications: –
| Citroen C3 | ||
| Engine | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.2-litre turbo petrol |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 82PS | 110PS |
| Torque | 115Nm | 190Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Claimed Fuel Efficiency | 19.8kmpl | 19.4kmpl |
The Citroen C3 is a petrol-only offering that gets two engine options: 1.2-litre naturally aspirated and a 1.2-litre turbocharged unit, paired with a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed manual, respectively. That said, it lacks the convenience of automatic. However, what impresses us the most is its fuel efficiency.
Dimensions
| Length | 3,981mm |
| Width | 1,733mm |
| Height | 1,586mm (1,604 with roof rails) |
| Wheelbase | 2,540mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm |
| Boot Space | 315-liters |
| Kerb Weight | 958 – 1,035 kg |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 |
In terms of dimensions, the Citreon C3 is just 14mm smaller than the highly-popular sub-4m SUVs like Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue. In fact, its wheelbase is 40mm bigger than the aforementioned SUVs.That means you’ll get a generous amount of space inside the cabin.
Colour Options
What’s again unique about the Citroen C3 is its wide range of colour options. The brand offers it in as many as 10 exterior shades, comprising four monotone and six dual-tone schemes.
- Monotone Shades: Polar White, Zesty Orange, Platinum Grey and Steel Grey.
- Dual-tone Shades: Polar White with Zesty Orange, Platinum Grey with Zesty Orange, Polar White with Platinum Grey, Steel Grey with Zesty Orange, Zesty Orange with Platinum Grey, and Steel Grey with Platinum Grey.
The brand also offers two colour trims for the interior: Anodised Grey and Anodised Orange, which runs the width of the dashboard of the C3.
Variant-Wise Pricing and Features
1. Citroen C3 Live
| Engine Options | 1.2-litre NA petrol |
| Current Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 5.88 lakh |
| Exterior | Halogen headlamps, matte Black front grille, 15-inch steel wheels with full covers, gloss black finish on side mirrors, body side sill panel, and roof antenna. |
| Interior | All-black interior, digital instrument cluster, and fabric seats. |
| Comfort & Convenience | Front power windows with one-touch down function, power steering, AC with heater, manually adjustable side mirrors, front accessory socket, flat-folding rear bench seat, and rear console smartphone storage, 1-litre bottle holders in all door, and integrated headrests. |
| Safety | Dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, high speed alert system, front seatbelt reminder, 14-inch spare wheel, and rear parking sensors. |
Verdict: Since it misses a host of essential features, we strongly suggest you extend your budget and skip the bare-bone Live variant of the Citroen C3.
2. Citroen C3 Feel
| Engine Options | 1.2-litre NA petrol |
| Current Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 6.80 lakh, Rs 6.95 lakh (with Vibe Pack) Rs 15,000 extra for dual-tone paint scheme |
| Premium Over Live Variant | +Rs 92,000 |
Key Features (over Live variant):
| Exterior | Chrome finished brand emblem, body-colour door handles, LED DRLs, wheel arch cladding, front skid plate, high gloss back side mirrors and roof rails, and optional dual-tone body shades. |
| Interior | Gloss black AC vents surround, chrome garnish on door handles, AC vents inner parts, gear lever surround, and steering wheel. |
| Comfort & Convenience | Steering mounted audio & telephony controls, all-four power windows, remote keyless entry, height-adjustable driver’s seat, rear parcel shelf, seatback pockets, 3 USB fast chargers (1 in front and 2 in rear). |
| Infotainment | 10-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, 4 speakers, and Bluetooth connectivity. |
| Safety | Door ajar warning and speed-sensitive auto-door lock. |
| Vibe Package* | Front fog lamps, body side door moulding & painted inserts, painted side mirrors, painted fog lamp surround and painted rear reflector surround. |
*Color options for painted elements in Vibe Pack: Zesty Orange and Platinum Grey.
Verdict: For the price premium of Rs 92,000, the Feel variant offers great value. And considering the excellent ride quality of the Citreon C3, and generous cabin space, this trim can be a good option for most buyers. However, it would have been an even better package if the brand had equipped it with day/night IRVM and power-adjustable OVRMs.
3. Citroen C3 Feel Turbo
| Engine Options | 1.2-litre Turbo petrol |
| Current Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 8.15 lakh |
| Premium Over Feel 1.2 NA Dual-Tone Variant with Vibe Pack | Rs 1.05 lakh |
The top-spec Citroen C3 Feel Turbo variant gets dual-tone exterior shade and Vibe Pack as standard fitment.
Verdict: Citroen C3 Feel turbo is a good option if you don’t mind sacrificing a little on the value front for greater performance.
