Citroen Basalt Variants-Wise Features Explained

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2024-08-20

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Citroen Basalt Variants-Wise Features Explained

Citroen India has recently launched Basalt at Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The coupe SUV is available in three variants - You, Plus, and Max, offering a range of tech and safety features. If you are confused about which variant is best to buy, here is the list of features provided in each variant along with their engine and price details.

Citroen Basalt You Variant

The base variant of Basalt, the You takes power from a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine mated to 5-speed manual transmission. It can generate 80bhp of power and 115 Nm of torque. Price for this variant stands at Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Here is the list of the exterior and interior features provided in the base variant:

EXTERIOR

Body Coloured Bumpers

Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron - Chrome

Front Panel: Chrome moustache

Sash Tape - A/B Pillar

Body Side Sill Cladding

INTERIOR

Manual AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents

Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome

TECH FEATURES

Front & Rear Power Windows (Front Only)

One-Touch Auto Down - All 4 Power Windows (Front Only)

12V Socket - Front

Front Windscreen Wipers - Intermittent

Bottle Holder on Doors - 1 Litre (Front & Rear)

Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3KGs)

Manual AC with Heater

Smartphone Charger Wired

Low Fuel Warning Lamp

Gear Shift Indicator

Interior Room Lamps (Front Only)

SAFETY

6 Airbags

ABS with EBD

ESP

Hill Hold

3-Point Seat Belts (All Seats)

ISOFIX Child Seat Anchorage with Top Tether

Seat Belt Reminder & Buzzer (All Seats)

Reverse Parking Sensors

High-Speed Alert System

Citroen Basalt Plus Variant

The mid-spec Plus variant gets a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated and turbo petrol engine. Mated with a 5-speed manual transmission, the naturally aspirated engine can produce 80 bhp/115 Nm. Meanwhile, its turbo unit, paired with both a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic, can send 109 bhp/190 Nm and 109 bhp/205Nm, respectively.

Price for these variants are Rs 9.99 lakh (Naturally-aspirated petrol - MT), Rs 11.49 lakh (Turbo Petrol - MT), and Rs 12.79 lakh (Turbo Petrol - AT). All prices are ex-showroom.

Here are the features available on the Plus variant over the base variant:

EXTERIOR

Front Signature Grill: High Gloss Black

Colour Touch: Front Bumper & C-Pillar

Body Colour Outside Door Handles

Outside Door Mirror: High Gloss Black

Wheel Arch Cladding

Trio Full Wheel Cover

Side Turn Indicators on Outside Mirrors

Signature LED DRLs

LED Vision Projector Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Skid Plate - Front & Rear

INTERIOR

Dual-tone Black & Great dashboard

Manual AC knobs - Satin Chrome Accents

Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome

Premium Printed Roofliner

Instrument Panel - Deco Pyrite

Inside Door Handles - Satin Chrome

Satin Chrome Accents - Steering Wheel, Gear Lever Surround, AC Vents Inner Part

Glossy Black Accents - Door Armrest, Central AC Vents, AC Vents, Steering Wheel Controls

Front and Rear Door Armrests

TECH FEATURES

10.2-inch touchscreen Infotainment

Bluetooth Connectivity

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

4 Speakers

Steering Wheel with Audio, Phone & Cluster Controls

Front & Rear Power Windows

One-Touch Auto Down - All 4 Power Windows

Automatic AC

Electric Adjustable ORVM

Electric & Auto Folding ORVM

Day/Night IRVM

Tilt Steering

Remote Keyless Entry

Driver Seat - Manual Height Adjustable

Parcel Shelf

Driver and Front Passenger Seat: Back Pocket

Rear AC Vents

Rear Defogger

Rear Sear Centre Armrest with Cup Holder

Co-driver side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror

Engine Auto Stop/Start

Front Console Armrest with Storage

USB Charger - Front 1, Rear 2 Fast Charger

7-inch Colour Digital TFT Cluster

Door Ajar Warning

Outside Temperature Indicator in Cluster

SAFETY

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Citroen Basalt Max Variant

The top-spec Max variant is powered by only a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine (109 bhp/190 Nm and 109 bhp/205Nm). This engine is paired with both manual and automatic transmission. It is priced at Rs 12.28 lakh for the turbo manual and Rs 13.62 lakh for the turbo automatic variant. All prices are ex-showroom.

EXTERIOR

Urban Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels

Shark Fin Antenna

Dual Tone Roof

Body Side Door Mounding & Chrome Insert

Front Grill Embellisher (Gloss Black + Painted)

INTERIOR

Instrument Panel - Deco Ash Soft Touch

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel

Seat Upholstery Metropolitan Beige - Leatherette/Fabric

6 Speakers

MyCitroen Connect with 40 Smart Features

Wireless Charger

Rear Seat Smart Tilt Cushion

Boot Lamp

SAFETY

Rear View Camera

Which One is Best to Buy?

Out of three variants, the mid-spec Plus Turbo variant is the best to buy. It comes with both naturally aspirated and turbo petrol engines, however, the turbo unit is the most value for money. The turbo petrol mill offers both manual transmission at Rs 11.49 lakh and automatic gearbox with a price tag of Rs 12.79 lakh (ex-showroom). Moreover, the mid-spec trim offers a wide variety of features including TPMS, a 10.2-inch touchscreen, rear AC vents, and more.

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