KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Citroen Basalt Dark Edition teased
- To be based on the top-spec Max Turbo trim
- Blacked-out exteriors and interiors; Price premium expected
Citroen Basalt, the arch rival to the Tata Curvv Coupe SUV, is all set to enter the dark mode as the latest teaser drop hints at its dark edition soon to enter the market. This is in line with the current market trends, where buyers are looking for an all-black option as well. Read on to find out more details, but before that, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to never miss out on any latest news and automotive updates.
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Citroen Basalt Dark Edition: What To Expect
Citroen is signaling a forthcoming, darker iteration of its Basalt model. Social media previews have hinted at a 'Dark Edition', and it's speculated that this aesthetic treatment will eventually be extended to the C3 Aircross and C3 later in the year. Basalt, which was launched last year, will introduce darker elements all around with blacked-out grill and skid plates with this upcoming dark edition. The alloy wheels could also get a darker treatment with the same 16-inch size. Notably, it is most likely to be based on the top-spec Max Turbo trim with both manual and automatic gearboxes.
Interior And Features
As for its interiors, it will get an all-black seat upholstery and door trims with darker shades for the dashboard and also the roofline. The blacks inside the cabin will sit in tandem with the exteriors for a cohesive appeal. As for the feature list, it will carry the usual loadings like a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, wireless charging, and electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs.
Basalt, which features six airbags as standard across all variants along with essential safety features like hill-hold assist, electronic stability program (ESP), ISOFIX child seat anchors, a high-speed alert system, and rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera and a tire pressure monitoring system, has achieved a 4-star safety rating in the Bharat NCAP crash tests.
Powertrain Options
Citroen Basalt offers two distinct powertrain choices. The base model features a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine, delivering 82 PS of power and 115 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. For those seeking more performance, a 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine is available, producing 110 PS. This engine offers two torque outputs depending on the transmission: 205 Nm with the automatic transmission, and 190 Nm with the 6-speed manual gearbox. The dark edition will be based on the turbo petrol option as it is the sole option with the higher spec variants.
Verdict
The dark edition spree is currently taking over the SUV space and the Basalt is ready to stake its claims. Although the sales have not been great for the brand, especially with the Tata Curvv being one of the major reasons for its shortfall, the brand hopes to offer something fresh with this blacked out edition. However, the pricing is likely to be a little higher than what it currently is.
