Launched earlier this month, Citroen has commenced deliveries for the Plus and Max variants of the Basalt across the nation, whereas deliveries for the entry-level You variant will begin from October onwards.
According to the reports, the range-topping Max variant of the Citroen Basalt has accounted for over 60 per cent of total bookings. In terms of powertrain choices, a 70:30 split has been recorded between the 1.2-litre turbo and 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine options. Now, here’s a look at their specifications: –
| Engine | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.2-litre turbo-petrol | |
| Max Power | 82 PS | 110 PS | 110 PS |
| Peak Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT | 6-speed MT | 6-speed AT |
| Fuel Efficiency (claimed) | 18 kmpl | 19.5 kmpl | 18.7 kmpl |
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Regarding features, the Basalt comes loaded with features like LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs, front fog lamps, 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, leatherette upholstery, wireless smartphone charger, auto AC, rear AC vents, idle start/stop, 10.25-inch infotainment, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, connected car tech, digital cluster, adjustable rear thing support, six airbags, TMPS, ESC, hill start assist, rear parking sensors, and reverse camera. Head here for variant-wise feature details.
We recently had the opportunity to drive the Citroen Basalt and found it to be a no-nonsense vehicle that excels in comfort and practicality. However, while it delivers strongly in these aspects, the inclusion of more premium features could have made it an even more attractive choice in the market. Watch our first drive impression video below for more details: –
