Citroen C3 Variants

The Citroën C3 is available in three main variants: Live, Feel, and Shine. It offers two engine options: a 1.2L naturally aspirated engine and a 1.2L turbocharged engine. The C3 is available in monotone and dual-tone colour options.

The top specification of the Citroën C3 is the Shine variant. This variant has the most features, including the 1.2L turbocharged engine option, a 26cm Citroën Connect touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and advanced safety features like ESP and hill hold assist.

The Citroën C3 has an overall length of 3981mm, width of 1733mm (without mirrors), and height of 1586mm (1604mm with roof rails). It has a wheelbase of 2540mm and a ground clearance of 180mm, giving it an SUV-like stance.

The Citroën C3 does not come equipped with a sunroof.

Key features of the latest Citroën C3 include a 26cm Citroën Connect touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, MyCitroën Connect app with 35 smart features, customisable exterior and interior options, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP (on turbo variants), and a high ground clearance of 180mm for an SUV-like stance.

Both engine options of the Citroën C3 - the 1.2L PureTech 82 (naturally aspirated) and the 1.2L PureTech 110 (turbocharged) - offer a fuel efficiency of 19.3 km/l as certified by the test agency under Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989.

No, the Citroën C3 does not come with an automatic transmission option. It is available with a 5-speed manual transmission for the PureTech 82 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission for the PureTech 110 engine.

The Citroën C3 offers a spacious boot capacity of 315 litres. This generous space allows ample luggage storage and daily essentials, making it suitable for various needs, from city errands to longer journeys.

The Citroën C3 stands out with its SUV-inspired design, high ground clearance, and customisation options. It offers a spacious interior, advanced connectivity features, and a choice of efficient engines. While it competes with traditional hatchbacks like the Maruti Wagon R and Tata Tiago, its positioning also puts it against compact micro-SUVs like the Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter, offering a unique blend of hatchback practicality and SUV-like presence.