Citroën Basalt
The Citroën Basalt is a Subcompact Crossover SUV made by the French car manufacturer Citroën. It was designed for markets in developing regions like India and South America.[1]
| Citroën Basalt | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Citroën |
| Model code | CC26 |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Assembly | India: Tiruvallur (Citroën India) Brazil: Porto Real (Stellantis do Brasil) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door coupe SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Smart Car Platform |
| Related | Citroën C3 (CC21) Citroën C3 Aircross (CC24) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) |
| Length | 4,300 mm (169.3 in) |
History
[change | change source]The Basalt was introduced as a new model in 2024. It was first shown to the public as a concept car called the "Basalt Vision" [2] in March 2024. The production version of the car was revealed on 2 August 2024, with teaser images being shared in July.[3][4]
Markets
[change | change source]The Citroën Basalt is sold mainly in emerging markets, including India and Brazil.
India
[change | change source]The Citroën Basalt was launched in India on 30 August 2024. It is available in three trim levels: You, Plus, and Max. The car comes with two engine options: a 1.2-litre petrol engine and a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
Brazil
[change | change source]The Basalt was launched in Brazil on 2 October 2024. It is offered in three trim levels: Feel, Shine, and First Edition. In Brazil, it comes with a choice of two engines: a 1.0-litre petrol engine and a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Citroën Basalt Vision (2024) debuts as a sleek SUV coupe". Motor1.com. 2024-03-28. Retrieved 2024-10-10.
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (2024-03-27). "Citroen Basalt Vision Previews Budget-Friendly Coupe SUV For Emerging Markets". Carscoops.
- ↑ Mondal, Saptarshi (2024-08-02). "Citroen Basalt interior, exterior revealed". Autocar India. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
- ↑ Leblanc, Johann (2024-03-25). "Citroën Basalt (2024). La version de série de la C3 SUV-coupé qui ne viendra pas en France". www.largus.fr.