Citroen Basalt Full Price List Revealed

Citroen India has finally revealed the complete price list of the recently launched Basalt SUV coupe. This new French offering ranges between Rs 7.99 lakh and Rs 13.62 lakh (ex-showroom). Here’s a look at its variant-wise pricing: –

Citroen Basalt Variants	1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol	1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
	5-speed Manual	6-speed Manual	6-speed Automatic
You	Rs 7.99 lakh	–	–
Plus	Rs 9.99 lakh	Rs 11.49 lakh	Rs 12.79 lakh
Max	–	Rs 12.28 lakh (Rs 21,000 extra for dual-tone paint option)	Rs 13.62 lakh (Rs 21,000 extra for dual-tone paint option)

The Citroen Basalt shares its design elements and underpinnings with the C3 Aircross. However, it is slightly better loaded with features like automatic climate control, a wireless smartphone charger, and adjustable under-thigh support for rear seats. The other notable features of the car include LED headlamps, 16-inch alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, rear AC vents, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, steering-mounted controls, digital driver’s display, six airbags, ESC, tyre pressure monitoring system, and rear parking sensors with camera.

Dimensionally, it is 4352mm long, 1593mm tall and 1765mm wide, with a wheelbase of 2651mm and a boot space of 470 litres.

Powering the Citroen Basalt is either a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated or a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine. Here’s a look at their specifications and mileage figures: –

Engine	1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol	1.2-litre turbocharged petrol
Gearbox Options	5-speed manual	6-speed manual	6-speed torque converter automatic
Max Power	82PS	110PS	110PS
Peak Torque	115Nm	190Nm	205Nm
Fuel efficiency (Mileage)	18 km/l	19.5 km/l	18.7 km/l

Competition Check

Basalt doesn’t have any natural competitors in the Indian market. However, it can be seen as an affordable alternative to mid-size SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Maruti Grand Vitara, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and the upcoming Tata Curvv.

Author’s Take

The Citroen Basalt stands out as a value-for-money SUV that excels in comfort and practicality. Its refined ride quality and thoughtful interior layout cater well to daily commuting and long drives alike. However, the addition of more premium features would elevate its appeal even further, potentially making it an even more formidable choice for discerning buyers.