Citroen C3 Now Available With Automatic Transmission

The Citroen C3 cross-hatch is now finally available with an automatic transmission in the fully loaded Shine variant. It has been priced at Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).

Citroen C3 Automatic	Ex-Showroom Price
Shine Turbo AT	Rs 10 lakh
Shine Turbo AT (Dual Tone)	Rs 10.25 lakh
Shine Turbo AT (Dual Tone with Vibe Pack)	Rs 10.27 lakh

The Citroen C3 Automatic commands a premium of up to Rs 85,000 over its manual counterpart. Interestingly, the Shine automatic trim is also available in a monotone finish, which isn’t an option with the turbo-petrol manual version.

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Citroen C3 Automatic: Transmission Type Explained

Citroen offers the C3’s 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine (110PS/205Nm) with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission, which provides smooth & effortless gear shifts compared to the AMT units available with most of its rivals. This transmission setup enhances fuel efficiency and delivers better torque for a more responsive drive, making it ideal for both city and highway conditions.

The C3 also has a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine on offer, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

Features Onboard

Citroen has recently upgraded the features list of the C3, making it a more mature offering than before. Having said that, it now comes loaded with features like LED projector headlamps, automatic AC, a 7-inch digital cluster, power adjustable & foldable side mirrors, rear wiper & washer, a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering-mounted audio controls, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, electronic stability control, a hill hold assist, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), six airbags, and a rear parking camera with sensors.

Author’s Take

The addition of an automatic transmission in the Citroen C3 is a great upgrade, making it a more complete package. Since it features a more advanced torque converter instead of the simpler AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) found in similarly priced competitors, it will offer smoother gear shifts and a more refined driving experience. This gives the C3 an edge in terms of comfort and performance, especially for those who drive in city traffic or on long highway journeys.