
Citroen will reveal the prices for the all-new Basalt coupe-SUV on August 7. It will be the brand’s fourth vehicle in the C-cubed lineup, which is mainly a coupe-style alternative to the C3 Aircross SUV. Notable feature updates that have been absent from previous Citroen models are now available on the Basalt. It will be available with two petrol engine choices.
Citroen Basalt features
The Basalt is powered by two 1.2-litre petrol engines. There’s an 82hp, 115Nm normally aspirated unit and a 110hp turbo-petrol engine. The NA unit gets a 5-speed manual transmission, while the turbo-petrol engine is coupled to either a 6-speed manual gearbox (producing 190Nm) or a 6-speed torque converter automatic (creating 205Nm).
A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15W wireless smartphone charger, connected car technology, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, a front armrest with storage and adjustable thigh support for the rear bench seat are among the features of the top-spec Basalt variants.
All versions come equipped with six airbags, ESP, hill-hold assist and a tyre pressure monitor as standard safety features. However, it misses features that rivals offer, like an ADAS suite, powered front seats, ventilated seats and a panoramic sunroof.
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