The Citroën Basalt is a new and affordable SUV-coupe that combines the looks of a sporty coupe with the practicality of an SUV. It is based on the C3 Aircross and is designed to be a stylish and comfortable family car.
Key Highlights:
Price: The Basalt starts at an attractive introductory price of ₹7.95 Lakh and goes up to ₹14.10 Lakh (ex-showroom).
Engine & Performance: It is powered by a 1.2-liter petrol engine with a choice of a…
The Citroën Basalt is a new and affordable SUV-coupe that combines the looks of a sporty coupe with the practicality of an SUV. It is based on the C3 Aircross and is designed to be a stylish and comfortable family car.
Key Highlights:
Price: The Basalt starts at an attractive introductory price of ₹7.95 Lakh and goes up to ₹14.10 Lakh (ex-showroom).
Engine & Performance: It is powered by a 1.2-liter petrol engine with a choice of a regular or a turbocharged version. It offers both manual and automatic transmissions.
Mileage: The Basalt is very fuel-efficient, with a mileage ranging from 18 kmpl to 19.5 kmpl.
Seating: It is a 5-seater and is known for its comfort and practicality.
Features: It comes with a good list of features, and the recently launched “X” version adds even more, such as ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and cruise control.
Design: Its standout feature is its unique design, which has a sloping roofline like a coupe but the high ground clearance and strong look of an SUV.
Updates:
The newer Basalt X version has been launched, which is more affordable than the previous model and comes with extra features.
Bookings for the car are open for a token amount of ₹11,000.
Citroën has seen decent sales for the Basalt since its launch.
Expert Opinion:
Experts consider the Basalt to be a value-for-money SUV that offers good comfort and practicality. They believe that while it could have used more premium features, it is a strong overall package.