Citroen India brings in the turbo variant of its entry-level hatchback, the C3. This turbo-petrol engine is now BS6 Phase 2 norm compliant. As per the ARAI-claimed fuel efficiency test, it returns a claimed mileage of 19.3kmpl. With the new variant, the C3 turbo retails with a starting price of INR 8.28 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
Citroen has now introduced the Shine variant in the turbo-petrol guise. This trim comes equipped with more advanced safety features. This includes ESP, hill hold, engine auto start/stop and TPMS. Moreover, customers also get the convenience of electrically adjustable ORVMs, manual day/night IRVM, a rear parking camera and My Citroen Connect smartphone connectivity features. On the outside, this trim now benefits from a slew of changes. This includes 15-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, front fog lamps, rear wiper with washer, rear skid plates, and rear defogger. Under the hood, the C3’s turbo-petrol engine makes 109 BHP and 190 Nm of peak torque matched to a six-speed manual gearbox.
With the new Gen III PureTech 110 turbo engine with advanced safety features, Citroen will aim to attract more customers to join its brand. The aim is to delight the customers with its practicality. At the same time, also keep up with the performance for both city and highway commutes. The C3 turbo has been in high demand as claimed by Citroen. And now with this new generation turbo engine compliant with BS6 Phase II, more customers will join the brand.
With the ever-growing competition in the hatchback segment, Citroen is staying relevant by adding frequent updates. This helps in differentiating itself from the competition and also stay in the news. Citroen has very recently set its foot in the Indian market, but if it plays its cards right, Indian customers will definitely show their love towards the brand.
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