French carmaker Citroen recently launched its first mainstream model in the Indian market, the C3. With just two trims, the C3 is priced between Rs 5.71 lakh-8.06 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The C3 comes closer to the likes of the Tata Punch, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger.
The C3 is available in two trims – Live and Feel – and its engine options consist of an 82hp, 1.2-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol unit, and a 110hp, 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol. The Live and Feel trims are both available with the 1.2 NA engine, and the 1.2 turbo-petrol motor is available additionally only on the Feel trim.
Considering that the C3 is not as well equipped as its rivals, the prices come across as a little expensive. However, it must be noted that the C3 boasts of an excellent ride quality as we found in our review.
Let's take a look at the detailed features list of the two trims.
Citroen C3 Live
Powertrain - 1.2 petrol (Rs 5.71 lakh)
- Air conditioner
- Front power windows with one-touch down for driver
- Digital instrument panel
- Dual airbags
Citroen C3 Feel
Powertrain - 1.2 petrol (Rs 6.63 lakh); 1.2 turbo-petrol (Rs 8.06 lakh)
- Roof rails
- 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Four speakers
- Steering-mounted controls
- Remote locking
- Tilt-adjustable steering
- Speed-sensitive auto door lock
It must be noted that while the higher Feel trim gets advanced features like a 10.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, it misses out on several basic features like rear windscreen wiper and defogger, powered wing mirror adjustment, a day and night mirror, a tachometer and central lock/unlock button for the doors.
The lower Live trim is even more stripped, lacking features like LED running lights, exterior black plastic cladding, rear power windows and a passenger sun visor. It also doesn't get the touchscreen, USB chargers, or even an audio system.
Additionally, there's a factory-fitted Vibe pack on offer that gets you exterior accents in either orange or grey paint shades. The Vibe pack can be availed only on the Feel trim; and while it's standard on the 1.2 turbo motor, on the 1.2 NA, it can be had for an additional Rs 15,000.
With its high-riding stance and Citroen’s clever ‘hatchback with a twist’ marketing term, the C3 occupies a unique place in our market. It sits above the Maruti Ignis, and alongside the Tata Punch, but below the Renault Kiger and the Nissan Magnite.
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