After launching the C3 X last month, Citroen has now introduced the Basalt X at a starting price of Rs 12.90 lakh (ex-showroom). It is essentially an upgrade to the top-spec Max variant within the existing Basalt lineup. It effectively adds an “X” suffix to the Max variant, along with a host of feature additions, making the coupe SUV a more mature offering than before.
| Variants | 1.2P NA Petrol | 1.2 Turbo Petrol-Manual | 1.2P Turbo Petrol-Auto |
| YOU | Rs 7,95,000 | – | – |
| PLUS | Rs 9,42,000 | Rs 10,82,000 | Rs 12,07,000 |
| MAX | – | Rs 11,62,500 | Rs 12,89,500 |
The pricing considers the 40% proposed GST rate, making it up to Rs 90,000 lower than before.
Bookings for the Basalt X are already underway for a token amount of Rs 11,000.
Citroen Basalt X – What’s New?
The new Citroen Basalt X brings plenty of Xtras (read as extras) to the table. To start with, the upgraded SUV coupe now comes with LED fog lamps and distinctive “X” badging on the tailgate.
While changes on the exterior are limited, updates are more significant inside the cabin. It now features a new black-and-brown dual-tone theme, replacing the previous black-and-ivory finish, giving it a bolder character.
The dashboard retains its familiar layered design with a central floating display. However, it now sports slanted pattern imprints on the upper layer of the dash, along with bronze-coloured accents in the centre and a leatherette finish for a more premium touch. It also gets a new floating 7-inch digital cluster, along with tan-and-black upholstery, enhancing its modern appeal.
On the features front, the Basalt now welcomes new amenities like ventilated front seats, auto-dimming IRVM, keyless entry with push button start/stop, cruise control with speed limiter, two Type-C charging ports for rear passengers (replacing Type-A units), and an optional 360-degree surround view system.
The SUV also receives a new AI-based in-car conversational assistant called “CARA”, which the brand describes as a “smart co-passenger”. It can engage in human-like conversations, adapts to user preferences, and provides news updates, plays music, provides vehicle health reports, tracks flights in real-time and can optimise traffic and routes in accordance with flight schedules. It supports multiple languages.
As of now, the CARA is limited to the Basalt’s top-spec Maxx Automatic variant.
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Other Features
Other features carried over include the 16-inch alloy wheels, LED projector headlamps, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, connected car tech, adjustable rear under-thigh support, adjustable naprest in rear headrests, front sliding armrest with storage, rear centre armrest with cup holders, auto AC, rear A vents, steering-mounted controls, one-touch auto down function for all windows, tyre pressure monitoring system, and much more.
Passengers’ safety is ensured by six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, hill hold, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and rear parking sensors with a camera.
Citroen Basalt: Engine Details
The Citroen Basalt comes with two engine options, details of which are mentioned below: –
| Engine | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine | 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine | |
| Max Power | 82PS | 110 PS | 110 PS |
| Peak Torque | 115Nm | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Transmission Options | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed torque converter automatic |
Competiton Check
In the coupe SUV segment, the Citroen Basalt can be seen as an affordable alternative to the Tata Curvv, which is currently priced between Rs 10 – 19.52 lakh (ex-showroom).
