KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Citroen cars to get enhanced safety features
- 6 Airbags and more features as standard across variants and models
- Read all details below
To fortify the safety protocols, all Citroen cars will have enhanced safety features across the portfolio from H2 2024, according to the brand's official statement. This includes the standard 6-airbag set-up as well. Also, make sure you join our Whatsapp Group Community of petrolheads to find out more exciting stuff about the Auto world.
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Citroen Cars To Get 6 Airbags As Standard, And More
Citroen India has revealed plans to bolster the safety features of its vehicle lineup in the country starting from the second half of 2024. The company aims to incorporate six airbags in all its cars, encompassing front, side, and curtain airbags. Additionally, standard features across the entire range and variants will include ISOFIX mounts and rear seat belt reminders.
Aditya Jairaj, MD and CEO of Stellantis India, commented on the development, stating, "Customers today have evolved to understand safety as an equally important requirement as driving comfort and features. At Citroen, we continuously evaluate and react to consumer requirements with speed to meet their evolving needs. The safe mobility ambition of the brand will continue to push our team to provide the highest level of protection, drive quality, and value to our customers."
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Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic Launched
The automaker recently introduced the automatic variant of the C3 Aircross in the Indian market. Priced between Rs. 12.85 lakh and Rs. 13.85 lakh (ex-showroom), the three-row SUV is offered in two variants, Max and Plus.
The automatic version of the C3 Aircross is powered by the same 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine as the standard SUV, providing 110hp. However, it now features an extra 15Nm of torque, reaching a total of 205Nm. Notably, the C3 Aircross was initially offered exclusively with a manual transmission.
The rivals of the C3 Aircross include the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, and Maruti Grand Vitara.
Verdict
The move to bolster safety across entire portfolio is a great move from Citroen and is also the need of the hour. Previously a few carmakers including Hyundai, announced to introduce 6 airbags as standard on all their cars and variants. It would be interesting to see what Citroen India pledges for the Bharat NCAP crash tests, if and when it decides to do so as these updates would help them to score a higher rating.
