The upcoming Citroen Basalt is set to rival popular SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Tata Curvv, and Kia Seltos, offering superior passenger comfort with features such as aircraft-style rear headrests, semi-leather seats, and repositioned rear AC vents. The Basalt will also come equipped with a sunroof, automatic climate control, a 102.25-inch touchscreen system, and a unique Coupe SUV design, although it will lack keyless entry and have traditional door handles. Powered by a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine, the Basalt is expected to be launched on August 2, 2024, with an estimated price range of Rs 12 lakh to Rs 18 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).
5 Major Key Points:
- Comfort Features: The Citroen Basalt will include aircraft-style rear headrests, semi-leather seats, and repositioned rear AC vents for enhanced passenger comfort.
- Interior Upgrades: Features such as a 102.25-inch touchscreen system, 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, and electrically adjustable & retracting ORVMs.
- Design and Layout: The Basalt will have a unique Coupe SUV design and a similar dashboard layout to other Citroen SUVs, but will lack keyless entry.
- Power and Performance: The SUV will be powered by a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine producing 109bhp and 190Nm of torque, with manual and automatic gearbox options.
- Launch and Pricing: The Citroen Basalt is set to launch on August 2, 2024, with a price range between Rs 12 lakh to Rs 18 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).
