Citroen C3X Sedan Spied Testing in India

Citroen Cars has slowly started expanding its lineup in India. Over the last year, the company has introduced the C3 hatchback and C3 Aircross SUV targeting Indian volume driver segments.

Currently, the French automaker is gearing up to launch another new model soon. This is expected to be the C3X, a sedan with SUV-like high ground clearance and pronounced wheel arches. Now, the latest spy shots have caught the upcoming crossover testing again. We take a closer look.

Citroen C3X: Distinctive Design

Citroen C3X

The Citroen C3X’s biggest USP will be its unique styling. It’s notchback sedan styling mixed with SUV-like elements. While the test mule is wearing heavy camouflage, it did reveal what the production C3X may look like. The front end is quite similar to the C3 Aircross with the bonnet, front fenders and headlights likely shared with the SUV. However, the similarities end there as the sloping roofline of the C3X is a distinctive design trait. Citroen has even tried to hide it with dummy parts on the test mule. Meanwhile, the rear end will be styled along the lines of the C4X sedan with a sculpted bootlid, and angular LED taillights that stretch to the rear fenders.

Citroen C3X: Familiar Interior

Citroen is focusing on sharing parts across its models to keep production costs low. While it is yet to be revealed, the C3X’s interior will likely be a familiar sight, with elements borrowed from existing models. Since the C3X will be priced quite aggressively, it may miss out on high-end features like a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, and ADAS tech.

Citroen C3X: Powertrain Details

Powering the C3X will be Citroen’s 1.2-litre turbo-petrol motor that makes 110 bhp with 190 Nm of max torque. It will be available with both manual and automatic transmissions. Citroen is also developing a pure-electric variant of the C3X, which may be introduced sometime later.

Citroen C3X: Launch and Rivals

The French automaker is yet to reveal a launch date for the C3X, but it is expected to be introduced in India by mid-2024. It will compete against the Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus, Škoda Slavia, and the Hyundai Verna.