- Citroen C3 Aircross was revealed globally few day back
- Will feature 5 & 7 seat configuration
- Some of the features are missing in the upcoming SUV
The C3 Aircross, a new SUV from French automaker Citroen, has been unveiled in India. The SUV will be a strong contender in the mid-size SUV market since it has a good appearance and few practical bits. The SUV will be launched by the company in the coming months. The 5-seater and 7-seater versions of the C3 Aircross will be available, and it will go up against vehicles like the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. The C3 Aircross, however, is missing key features that would have made the SUV more enticing in order to compete with these cars. Here are the top missing features of the Citroen C3 Aircross.
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LED/Projector Headlamps
The majority of modern cars now come equipped with a projector and LED headlamps. Citroen chose to use multi-reflector halogen headlamps instead of providing LED headlamps. The brand chose not to use projector headlamps, which would have increased aesthetic appeal of the SUV.
Automatic Climate Control
Automatic climate control is now available in high-spec models of practically every car nowadays as manufacturers are much more focused on the comfort of their customers. Even for the top-spec vehicle, Citroen opted to use the manual climate control knobs. The mid-spec and entry-level models include manual controls, but the high-spec model's manual climate control may turn off certain customers.
Cruise Control
The top-spec versions of mid-size SUVs, MPVs, and premium hatchbacks all come with cruise control, which is a boon for highway driving. On the other hand, Citroen decided not to add cruise control in the C3 Aircross SUV. In comparison to other vehicles in its segment, it will be slightly underequipped due to the lack of this feature.
No Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmissions are preferred by car owners in big cities and other urban regions because they make driving easier. Customers have the option of a manual or automatic gearbox on all of the Citroen C3 Aircross's main competitors' vehicles. However, the Citroen C3 Aircross will only be offered with a manual gearbox, which may turn away buyers seeking a vehicle with an automatic gearbox.
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No Sunroof, Push Button Start & Keyless Entry
In the Indian market, sunroofs are a well-liked feature, and Indian customers want to have this feature in their cars. Almost all of the C3 Aircross rivals offer a single-pane or a panoramic sunroof, however, the C3 Aircross does not. Additionally, nearly all competitors have push-button start/stop systems and keyless entry. The C3 Aircross, however, comes with a key ignition system and the conventional central locking system.
No Diesel or Hybrid Powertrain
The brand hasn't yet disclosed the C3 Aircross's engine specifications, but we predict it will come with the same 1.2-liter NA petrol and a turbocharged petrol engine. For the C3 Aircross, the manufacturer hasn't added any new engines, and neither a diesel nor a hybrid powertrain will be offered.
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Verdict: For certain customers who are prepared to spend a significant amount of money on a new car, the features stated above become crucial. Citroen India will need to price their new SUV appropriately given the lack of these features in order to make it more practical in the market. A starting price for the SUV is anticipated between Rs. 8 and 10 lakh (ex-showroom). For latest updates on the automotive sector, you can join the 91Wheels Whatsapp group.
