With the introduction of the C3X, an upgraded version of its small SUV-styled C3 hatchback, Citroën India has made a daring advancement. The C3X is positioned as a high-end upgrade and comes with a number of clever features and safety improvements. Its price point, which starts at ₹5.25 lakh (ex-showroom), makes it a desirable option in the market.
A Segment-First Advancement in Practicality
Citroën’s approach with the C3X highlights a move toward technologically advanced and intuitive driving. One of the most notable features is the Proxi-SenseTM Passive Entry and Push-Start (PEPS) technology, a first for the segment that locks and unlocks the vehicle without the need for buttons when the key is in or out of range. To improve highway driving comfort, the variant lineup also includes Cruise Control with Speed Limiter, which is only available on automatic versions.
Lighting, Visibility, and Comfort with Technology
A new degree of visibility and lighting skill is provided by the C3X with:
- With seven viewing angles, the HALO 360° camera improves situational awareness and makes parking easier.
- IRVM auto-dimming reduces nighttime glare.
- a comprehensive array of LED lighting, including fog lamps, DRLs, and projector headlamps.
With a 10.25-inch Citroën Connect display that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, tech comfort is elevated to a new level. The leatherette-wrapped dashboard inside conveys a luxurious, urban atmosphere, and the tropicalized automatic air conditioner cools the cabin to as low as 14°C, which is ideal for Indian summers. Additionally, a rear USB Type-C port guarantees easy, quick device charging.
Safety First: Offers Powerful Defense
In the C3X, safety is greatly increased. Anticipate features like:
- Six airbags
- ABS, ESP, and EBD
- Help for Hill Hold
- Anchors for ISOFIX
- System for Monitoring Tyre Pressure (TPMS)
- The perimetric alarm
- Auto door locks that react to speed and high-speed warnings
The C3X is among the most fully secured versions in its pricing range thanks to these accessories.
Unrivaled Comfort in Cabin Space and a Smooth Ride
With the C3X, Citroën’s renowned Advanced Comfort Suspension—known as the “flying carpet” of Indian roads—returns, calibrated for smooth travel across both urban and country terrain. Another noteworthy point of this model is its ample legroom, headroom, and rear shoulder space, which is complemented with a roomy 315-liter boot.
Powertrain Choices: Well-known but efficient
The C3X mechanically keeps the C3’s well-proven gasoline engines:
- PureTech 82 NA 1.2-liter engine with a 5-speed manual gearbox
- A 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission can be paired with a 1.2-liter PureTech 110 Turbo engine.
The turbo version can go from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 10 seconds and has an ARAI-certified fuel economy of 19.3 km/l.
Cost and Availability
Prices for the seven different models in the updated C3 lineup range from ₹5.25 lakh (Live NA manual) to ₹9.89 lakh for the top-end Shine Turbo AT. The HALO 360-degree camera (₹25,000) and a CNG kit (₹93,00) are optional accessories. Delivery is anticipated to start in early September 2025, and reservations are now being accepted.
The Citroën C3X is a captivating rethink of the C3, not merely a minor update. At an affordable price, it offers segment-first technology, significant safety improvements, cabin comfort catered to Indian circumstances, and maintained mechanical dependability. The C3X makes a compelling case for attention this season from consumers looking for style, innovation, and assurance all in one package.