Determined to do battle with the new Duster, the C3 Aircross has seen its size increase significantly, going from 4.16 m to 4.39 m, and even offering up to 7 seats with a view to tackling the Jogger. To move, it relies on two thermal mechanics: the first with a manual gearbox develops 100 hp, while the second is hybridized at 48V to accumulate 136 hp in an automatic gearbox.
All energies
But the newcomer also has a secret weapon to make the difference: an ë-C3 Aircross variant equipped with a 44 kWh battery to power a 113 hp engine and promising 300 km of WLTP range. A variation which, fortunately, can only be tasted in 5 places. Especially since 7 places in a footprint of only 4.39 m long, this is a miracle when the competition is rather 4.70 m long, on average. Unfortunately, in this configuration the French caps at 330 l of trunk volume, when the seats are folded, which is barely more than a C3. Extremely cramped spaces where it is impossible to stretch your legs, even for small people. By opting for a strict 5-seater version, the trunk volume rises to 460 l, the most relevant from our point of view.
Comfort… in the front seats
We will benefit more from the comfort in the first and second rows, especially since the C3 Aircross offers a thicker welcome foam on each of its seats, in accordance with the suspensions with double hydraulic stops, guaranteeing a high level of filtration . In the front seats, passengers witness the heritage of the dashboard of the C3 city car characterized by its head-up display system housed at the base of the windshield, or its unique 10.25” digital central panel. without forgetting a compact steering wheel.
Citroen C3 Aircross Price
The new C3 Aircross mild-hybrid 136 hp starts at €25,500. Better yet, the 100 hp petrol unit is priced from €19,400, or €290 less than the entry-level Duster. Finally, count on €27,400 for the electric variant, excluding government bonus. In short, very competitive prices generally for the new Chevrons SUV.
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