A brand-new mannequin within the compact SUV section: this fashionable, good, purposeful and reasonably priced proposition will enchantment to households and everybody with an lively life-style; The C3 Aircross has been fully reinvented: new technical platform, sturdy and assertive SUV type, plus Citroën’s (www.Citroen.com) new styling language; Enhanced onboard consolation; Citroën Superior Consolation suspension, C-Zen Lounge structure with Head-Up Show incorporating newest technology infotainment and connectivity techniques, plus all the pieces else you anticipate from this class; Longer physique; at 4.39m, it gives each driving consolation and a generously proportioned passenger area. Already a benchmark for area in row 2 in its 5-seat model, C3 Aircross now gives as much as 7 seats – a primary on this section!; A car to swimsuit each want: the all-new C3 Aircross gives a sensible hybrid 136 model for the primary time, alongside a virtuous all-electric model (on the 5-seater variations) and an accessible petrol model; Obtainable in France from 19 400€ in Petrol, 25 500€ in Hybrid and 27 400€ in Electrical, orders of All-new C3 Aircross are opening progressively on completely different European markets.
In a radical shift to the way in which it approaches the compact SUV market, Citroën has fully reinvented the C3 Aircross. In its European variant, this brand-new mannequin shares the Sensible Automobile platform with the current C3, enabling it to be positioned at a really enticing worth; different widespread options embrace the brand new model id and the identical formal language, each in and out. A real SUV, it gives safety, robustness, quick access and a sense of security, together with assertive, muscular and trendy styling. The all-new C3’s stature and dimensions have modified together with its new positioning. At 4.39 metres in size, the 5-seater model gives one of the best inside area in its section in row 2. Alongside it, Citroën can be providing a model new 7- seater, a primary for the section: designed with the identical proportions, it gives unrivalled flexibility of use whereas remaining compact and manoeuvrable.
Spacious and well-equipped, the all-new C3 Aircross gives simple and cozy each day driving, each on the town and on the highway. Citroën is at all times attentive to buyer expectations when it comes to consolation, roominess and practicality. So the all-new C3 Aircross options the C-Zen-Lounge® idea with Head-Up Show and a reduced-size steering wheel, and new Citroën Superior Consolation® seats redesigned for optimum help. Trip consolation is enhanced due to the adoption of the Citroën Superior Consolation® suspension with twin progressive hydraulic bump stops – for the primary time and on all variations. And for better peace of thoughts, the C3 Aircross gives all of the driving help applied sciences you’ll anticipate on this section, together with a latest-generation infotainment system incorporating a ten.25-inch contact display.
Alongside a petroleum engine, the all-new C3 Aircross will likely be electrified in two methods: a 136 bhp Hybrid 48V powertrain, and a full electrical model. With a variety of greater than 300 km (certification pending), the electrical model makes on a regular basis life a lot simpler: it will possibly recharge from 20% to 80% in simply 26 minutes, and makes use of the ë-ROUTES utility – a journey planner that adapts to adjustments on the highway in actual time. A model with a variety of over 400km will likely be accessible in 2025.
After reinventing the C3, Citroën is again with the all-new C3 Aircross: a household SUV idea that’s good for lively folks in search of modularity and robustness. It is going to be produced in Europe on the Trnava plant. Now accessible to order, C3 Aircross makes electrical mobility reasonably priced from €27 400, and provides entry to electrification from €25 500 with the Hybrid 136 model. In conventional petrol, it’s accessible from 19 400€.
1- A FAMILY SUV WITH POWERFUL&ROBUST DESIGN
At 4.39m lengthy, the all-new C3 Aircross combines new proportions with a brand new angle. Its exterior design expresses SUV-style energy and energy. The brand new angle is extra assertive, extra muscular and extra sturdy – with extra upright styling and sharper angles. The all-new C3 Aircross applies Citroën’s new formal language to the SUV.
“From the starting of the venture, we wished to reinforce the C3 Aircross’s place in the world of SUVs. We opted for a sturdy and assertive design, with styling that provides muscle and energy. With over 20 cm of floor clearance, a raised driving place and delicate performs of mild in its design, the all-new C3 Aircross takes the subsequent step and turns into an actual SUV.” Boris Reinmoller, C3 Aircross design venture supervisor.
Reinterpreting Citroën’s new visible id
With an assertive, graphic design underpinned by vast fascias, the all-new C3 Aircross is all SUV. The entrance fascias characteristic vertical colour-clips that prospects can change at will. The front-end design incorporates the brand new brand unveiled on the Oli idea automotive in 2021, and not too long ago adopted by the ë-C3 and C3 saloons. The headlamp design references the brand new three-point mild signature inaugurated on the Oli. The SUV really feel comes by means of loud and clear on the excessive, horizontal bonnet and the entrance’s vertical strains. With a width of 1.79 metres, the design brings muscle and energy to the entrance wings, which cowl the massive 690 mm wheels. The wheel arch guards are impressed by the square-round design idea launched on the ë-C3 and C3 saloons. Refined edge strains brighten up the perimeters of the automotive.
Facet on, these SUV genes translate into good steadiness. A straight roof and peak of 1.66 m present beneficiant onboard area for all passengers. Over 200 mm of floor clearance provide better safety and quick access, together with a better and safer driving place. The lengthy rear window – with no deflector – provides loads of mild on board, and the rear fascia contains a customisable colour-clip, echoing the one on the bumper. The rear wing reproducess the muscular really feel of the entrance, and introduces the signature tail lamps. The lights proceed the styling theme inaugurated on the Oli idea and the ë-C3 and C3 saloons, whereas the rear quarter panel reinforces the C3 Aircross’s sturdy look. The biton end – accessible as customary on the Max stage in white or black – makes customisation simple; the continuity between the third aspect window and the tailgate reinforces the independence of the roof. Incorporating the identical black band and new brand because the entrance of the automotive, the vast tailgate contains a cutaway design with a low load sill, for straightforward entry to the boot.
“The all-new C3 Aircross is extra mature and its proportions are these of a true SUV, with a very horizontal bonnet and a really pronounced vertical entrance finish. The proportions are balanced, with good management of the overhangs and a silhouette that demonstrates its energy. We now have performed with wealthy sections and – above all – now we have averted designing a soulless, enhanced property automotive. The design appears to have been executed with a single stroke, and may be very constant,” mentioned Boris Reinmoller.
2- A SPACIOUS COMPACT SUV THAT CAN SEAT UP TO 7
New dimensions for more room and practicality
Simply 4.39 m lengthy, the C3 Aircross handles like a dream. The wheelbase of two.67 m gives most area on board: the 5-seater model delivers report area in row 2 and a 460-litre boot. For patrons in search of even better versatility, the C3 Aircross can be accessible in a brilliant purposeful 7-seater model.
The all-new C3 Aircross is on the market in 5 and seven seat variations, with equivalent physique shapes and exterior dimensions, permitting prospects to decide on the model that matches their wants and wishes. The two.67 m wheelbase – essentially the most beneficiant within the class – permits for unprecedented rear door size, offering wonderful entry to row 2 for the 5-seater model and row 3 for the 7-seater model.
“The brand new Citroën C3 Aircross was designed to be suitable with seven folks on board. And once you design a silhouette that’s spacious sufficient for seven, you inevitably propel the 5-seater model to the highest of the class when it comes to row 2 area and boot quantity”.
Thierry Blanchard, C3 Aircross Product Venture Supervisor.
The 7-seater model: intelligent and versatile
Citroën is providing an unprecedented 7-seater model of the all-new C3 Aircross. The design of the rear quarter panel creates a dynamic, vertical stern, offering ample area for the third-row passengers. A big rear door and the easy-tilt seat backs in row 2 (40/60) facilitate entry to this third row, which options two comfy and retractable further seats. Obtainable at any time when essential, they encompass a seat and two backrests that may be folded 50/50, offering a flat load floor when not deployed.
In its 7-seat model, the C3 Aircross gives the identical knee-to-knee size in row 2 because the C3 saloon, elbow width that’s 25 mm wider than the class common, and beneficiant headroom. The third-row area is supplied to the identical customary as the opposite seats, with headrests, armrests, cupholders, a USB socket, a footwell and air con. The brand new 7-seat model of the C3 Aircross completely balances a compact exterior with inside area. With 93% of European B-SUV homeowners driving lower than 80 km a day, the 7-seater model’s two rear seats are an ideal answer. With all seats deployed, the boot quantity is 40 litres, and 330 litres within the 5-seat configuration.
The 5-seater model: segment-leading inside area
The 5-seater model of the C3 Aircross has a 40/60 bench seat that’s 65 mm additional again than on the 7-seater model. The outcome may be very beneficiant area in row 2, with one of the best knee room within the class (+80 mm in contrast with the section common). The three occupants of the bench seat additionally get pleasure from one of the best elbow room available on the market (+25 mm in contrast with the section common). The bench’s 65 mm recline doesn’t detract from the 460 litres of boot area, probably the greatest within the section.
Simple to entry – with a low, sq. threshold – the boot additionally has a two-position flooring, offering a totally flat load floor when the backrests of the 40/60 rear seat are folded. On this configuration, it gives a formidable 1600 litres of quantity. With no scarcity of methods up its sleeve, the C3 Aircross has the pliability to make each day life simpler for all of the household. Sensible, versatile and reassuring, it stays compact sufficient to make metropolis driving stress free.
3- AN AFFORDABLE MULTI-ENERGY RANGE
In keeping with Citroën’s concentrate on accessible, people-centric options, its new compact SUV gives a variety of various energies at an ultra-competitive worth. The all-new C3 Aircross relies on the Sensible Automobile platform, designed to accommodate a variety of inside combustion, hybrid and electrical autos. This new car demonstrates Citroën’s dedication to integrating the challenges of the power transition into all its product developments. Alongside a standard inside combustion engine, the C3 Aircross gives a hybrid vary for the primary time: facilitating entry to electrification, its versatility is completely suited to this physique kind. And to take issues even additional, the all-new C3 Aircross will likely be accessible for the primary time as a 100% electrical car.
The hybrid: a petroleum engine with entry to electrification
The all-new C3 Aircross showcases a brand new powertrain, with its Hybrid 136 model geared up with an e-DCT automated gearbox. The 48V hybrid makes use of the new-generation 1.2 PureTech engine developed particularly for hybrid functions, that includes 40% all-new parts. With a displacement of 1,199 cm3, this 3-cylinder engine develops 100 kW/136 bhp. It has a variable geometry turbocharger and a timing chain that contributes to its robustness.
The Miller-cycle engine is mixed with an e-CDT electrified dual-clutch automated transmission, incorporating a 21 kW/28 bhp electrical motor powered by a 48 V lithium-ion battery housed underneath the ground.
The powertrain is simple to make use of and requires no recharging. Splendid for households, it reduces each gasoline consumption and emissions, making it good for the pockets and the planet too. The e-motor (everlasting magnet synchronous machine) assists the interior combustion engine to cut back gasoline consumption in a clear method, permitting 100% electrical driving for nearly 50% of city use and recharging the battery throughout deceleration. This new transmission is produced in France and gives one of the best optimisation when it comes to compaction and price. Because of this, the C02 emissions of the hybrid model have been diminished to only 124g CO2/km (ready for certification). This new driving expertise will likely be accessible to the widest potential viewers in each the 5- and 7-seat variations.
Alongside this electrified powertrain, Citroën is deploying the C3 Aircross with a 75 kW/100 bhp turbo petrol powertrain. This 3-cylinder PureTech Turbo 100 MT6 engine is coupled with a six-speed handbook transmission, and complies with Euro7 requirements. This model will likely be accessible on the best worth available on the market.
Citroën’s first all-electric compact SUV
For the primary time within the household B-SUV section, Citroën is providing an electrical model of its 5-seater C3 Aircross. Completely suited to the driving habits of shoppers on this section, the electrical model is powered by an 83 kW/113 bhp engine mixed with a 44 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery. This expertise gives the proper compromise between the efficiency required (vary of greater than 300km – approval pending) and a extremely reasonably priced worth. Its engine and absolutely automated transmission provide linear acceleration with instantly accessible torque, and a high velocity of 145 km/h. The 100% electrical model of the C3 Aircross gives enough efficiency to fit into on a regular basis visitors with ease.
The all-electric C3 Aircross makes life simpler for its customers, notably with regards to recharging. The Mode 3 cable – equipped as customary – allows charging each at house and in public locations:
Customary AC charging from 20% to 80% of the battery takes round 4 hours 10 minutes utilizing 7 kW of energy.
Customary AC charging from 20% to 80% of the battery takes round 2 hours 50 minutes utilizing 11 kW of energy.
Quick charging can be accessible with DC 100 kW chargers, taking simply 26 minutes to go from 20% to 80% cost. A model geared up with a distinct battery will likely be provided in 2025, extending the vary to over 400km.
The all-electric C3 Aircross absolutely addresses the issues of motorists nonetheless anxious in regards to the swap to all-electricity. The brand new e-ROUTES utility – developed for Citroën electrical autos – makes it simple to plan your journeys, monitor battery cost ranges in actual time, and luxuriate in a whole navigation expertise. The app helps to cut back journey instances, and pinpoints one of the best recharging stops. Continuously linked to the car’s information (specifically the cost stage of the batteries), the visitors scenario and the standing of the recharging factors alongside the chosen route, it ensures essentially the most environment friendly route administration
4- COMFORT AND PEACE OF MIND
Stuffed with area and lightweight, the C3 Aircross gives all of the options of a front room on wheels. Its raised driving place and excessive floor clearance make it simpler to get out and in, whereas offering a clearer view of the highway forward. The sensation of consolation is paramount, delivered by the unique Citroën Superior Consolation® suspension, the C-Zen Lounge idea – which mixes a reassuring dashboard with the brand new head-up imaginative and prescient system – and Citroën Superior Consolation® seats.
Citroën Superior Consolation® suspension and seats
The all-new C3 Aircross has been designed to offer one of the best compromise between consolation and delight, whether or not one or 7 persons are on board. To attain that outcome, Citroën’s unique Superior Consolation® suspension is customary on all variations. This modern, patented design ensures a singular feeling of consolation for the car’s occupants, regardless of the highway situations.
Citroën Superior Consolation® suspension rethinks the 2 primary capabilities of a suspension system: making certain optimum contact between the wheels and the highway floor, and defining an ideal stage of consolation for the passengers. A standard suspension – now deserted by Citroën – makes use of a spring and hydraulic damper to handle these two capabilities. The spring absorbs bumps within the highway, whereas the shock absorber helps the spring in its rest part after an influence: a cease on the high of the shock absorber absorbs the compression of the spring over its previous few centimetres. This cease protects the car’s mechanical parts however doesn’t completely dissipate the power, adversely affecting passenger consolation.
Citroën’s engineers have fully rethought this structure, making a patented system of progressive hydraulic bumpers. These act like a second smaller shock absorber, housed on the ends of the primary shock absorber. There are two progressive stops per shock absorber, one for compression and the opposite for rebound. This suspension development ensures better suppleness and luxury on minor irregularities, with out compromising the damping required to carry the physique in place when driving on a tough highway. Within the latter case, the system regularly slows down the motion on the finish of the journey. Not like a mechanical cease in a traditional shock absorber – which absorbs power and reduces consolation by releasing a few of it within the type of a shock – the progressive hydraulic cease absorbs and dissipates this power. The “magic carpet” impact so vital to Citroën is felt clearly, enhancing the driving expertise on board the C3 Aircross.
The all-new C3 Aircross additionally options new Superior Consolation® seats. Outfitted with a brand new seat floor that features an additional 10 to fifteen mm of froth, they characteristic redesigned lateral help to make sure consolation regardless of the distance.
C-Zen Lounge: a brand new structure for elevated peace of thoughts.
The C3 Aircross inherits the work carried out on the brand new ë-C3 and C3 saloons. The Citroën C-Zen Lounge’s trendy, spacious and well-equipped cabin is right here taken to its logical conclusion, with new supplies and colors.
The horizontal dashboard – full with attribute Citroën vertical air vents – is split into two ranges: technical parts on high and luxury on the backside. Often known as the Couch Design, this space is roofed in a particular material and embellished at each ends with new zones of heat mild, including to the sensation of well-being. Within the higher part, the absence of a handset clears the view, for driving consolation and enhanced security. Important driving info is cleverly projected onto a head-up show. The small multifunction steering wheel, adjustable for peak and angle, is simple to deal with. The knowledge show on the junction between the dashboard and the underside of the windscreen is a primary for a household SUV. This modern characteristic eliminates the necessity for a twin show, giving the motive force all the knowledge they want with out taking their eyes off the highway.
5- A CONNECTED, WELL-EQUIPPED FAMILY SUV
No matter power supply you select, the C3 Aircross breaks new floor with its mixture of design, area, on-board consolation and gear – all at an ultra-competitive worth.
A linked SUV.
The all-new C3 Aircross gives infotainment system and all of the connectivity you anticipate from any such car.
The You model of the all-new C3 Aircross options the Smartphone Station, which incorporates an built-in smartphone holder. The motive force can then routinely launch the devoted utility utilizing NFC wi-fi expertise. Because of the Smartphone Station, drivers can entry shortcuts to companies on their smartphone, managed utilizing voice recognition. They’ll additionally entry the radio, playlists and navigation. The steering wheel controls on the C3 Aircross allow drivers to maintain their palms on the wheel, and the Residence button makes it simple to return to the appliance’s house web page.
The Max variations of the C3 Aircross characteristic a ten.25-inch color infotainment display, oriented barely in direction of the motive force. It makes use of a widget structure impressed by smartphones. Digital shortcuts present entry to the primary navigation, phone, radio, utility and media capabilities. A wi-fi WiFi perform allows smartphone mirroring and compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. On-board consolation can be enhanced by the presence of two USB-C sockets on the entrance and two extra in row 2. A 15W charging mat is built-in right into a devoted space for storing within the centre console.
Making on a regular basis life simpler and safer
The driving support expertise doesn’t solely enhance the consolation and security of the motive force. All people onboard will get the advantages, together with pedestrians too.
Energetic Security Brake: That is an emergency braking system that helps scale back accidents to passengers, pedestrians and cyclists. It operates day and evening, from a velocity of 5 km/h as much as the C3 Aircross’s high velocity of 135 km/h.
Energetic Lane Retaining Help: this lane-keeping help system helps the motive force to keep up the right distance from the lane markings. It’s lively from 60 km/h. When the automotive begins to float out of its lane, this mode routinely takes corrective motion.
Driver Alert: this technique detects oscillations on the C3 Aircross, anticipating drowsiness on the a part of the motive force. As soon as detected, it emits a visible and audible warning. If the scenario persists, the system emits an extended audible warning and maintains the visible warning for 10 seconds.
Pace signal recognition: this velocity restrict info system reads the indicators and shows the velocity within the driver’s visual field, on the HUD show on the base of the windscreen. The motive force is thus knowledgeable if a brand new velocity restrict is detected, or if she or he is exceeding the velocity restrict. This clever system additionally makes use of the velocity restrict information contained within the navigation system. The audible warnings could be activated or deactivated through the dashboard.
Excessive beam help: with Clever Headlights, the windscreen digicam switches the headlights to low beam when it detects an oncoming car. As quickly because the car has handed, the excessive beam is restored.
Entrance and rear parking sensors: the entrance and rear park-assist sensors accumulate information throughout manoeuvres and warn the motive force of approaching obstacles, utilizing an audible warning and visible indications. The rear parking sensors are lively as quickly as reverse gear is engaged.
Blind spot detection: it makes use of an illuminated pictogram within the rear-view mirrors to point the presence of a car within the blind spot. The system works on the identical precept as parking sensors genuinely provides to security. It’s lively from 30 km/h.
Reversing digicam: when reverse gear is engaged, the digicam on the bottom of the tailgate provides a view to the rear of the car on the primary display. This view options grids of various colors to assist the motive force determine the gap between obstacles and the car, and warn of potential collisions.
All-Electrical for underneath €30,000, petrol for underneath €20,000
Following the launch of the ë-C3 and C3, Citroën is constant its mission to make electrical mobility accessible to as many individuals as potential. Because of the European model of the brand new worldwide “Sensible Automobile” platform – designed from the outset to accommodate 100% electrical, inside combustion and hybrid engines – and its excessive modularity, the scale of the C3 Aircross have been revised upwards for better habitability and performance, with no influence on its promoting worth. It’s the first B-SUV on the European market to be provided at a worth of lower than €30,000 in its 100% electrical model, and fewer than €20,000 in its PureTech turbo 100 MT6 inside combustion model.
Vary: tailored for everybody
The all-new C3 Aircross vary is embodied in two silhouettes which can be equivalent of their design and dimensions: a 5-seater accessible in petrol, hybrid, and electrical, and a 7-seater accessible in petrol and hybrid. The C3 Aircross advantages from a palette of six sturdy shades: Black Perla Nera, Mercury Gray, Elixir Pink, Monte Carlo Blue, Polar White and Montana Inexperienced, paired with the 2 accessible roof colors – white and black. It may be personalised utilizing color clips in three completely different colors, every coordinated with the physique color. Citroën will provide extra color clips as equipment, within the type of kits of 4 items, for extra intensive customisation.
The streamlining of the all-new C3 Aircross vary goes hand in hand with wealthy gear on the first trim stage, You. This comes customary with Citroën Superior Consolation® suspension, 6 airbags, handbook air con, Smartphone station, lively security braking, lively lane departure warning system, driver consideration alert, cruise management with velocity limiter, recognition of velocity restrict indicators, rear parking sensors, automated lighting, peak adjustment for the motive force’s seat, electrical entrance home windows, 40/60 folding rear seat, LED headlights and daytime operating lights, and 16” wheels.
The second stage, MAX, moreover gives 17’’ Aragonite Diamond Minimize alloy wheels, 3D LED tail lamps, a white or black tinted roof relying on the physique color, 3D navigation, wi-fi smartphone charging, exterior mirrors with blind-spot detection, entrance parking sensors, electrochrome inside mirror, and entry to the 7-seater model with the Delicate Hybrid 136 eDCT engine.
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