Citroen Basalt X Pre-Booking Open in India

Citroen India has opened pre-bookings for the Citroen Basalt X, the updated SUV-coupe that gets more features and tech. You can book your car with a token amount of ₹11,000. The Basalt X is a new player in the compact SUV-coupe space.

Citroen is looking to take on rivals like Tata Curvv, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Hyundai Creta. With added tech and design upgrades, the Basalt X promises better value for urban buyers.

Citroen Basalt X Features: What’s New

The Citroen Basalt features list has got a major overhaul in the “X” trim. Key highlights:

• HALO 360-degree camera with 7 viewing angles, making parking and city driving easier.
• Proxi-Sense keyless entry and push-button start, a segment-first feature.
• Premium cabin touches like leatherette-wrapped dashboard, rear USB Type-C charger and auto-dimming IRVM.
• Full LED setup with projector headlamps, LED fog lamps and signature DRLs.
• The 10.25-inch touchscreen now supports wireless smartphone mirroring via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

All these upgrades, from a premium leatherette dashboard to a rear USB Type-C charger, make the SUV more practical, connected, and premium for modern buyers.

Engine and Performance

Under the hood, the Citroen Basalt X continues to offer two distinct petrol engine options to suit every driver’s needs:

• 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol: This engine is ideal for city use, providing reliable and efficient performance.
• 1.2-litre turbo-petrol: This is the performance-focused option, available with both a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It delivers a peak torque of 205 Nm with the automatic and 190 Nm with the manual, ensuring a powerful and responsive drive on highways.

The new Basalt also adds cruise control with a speed limiter to its automatic variants, making long-distance driving more comfortable and stress-free.

Price and Rivals

Pricing is yet to be announced but the Basalt X will be priced slightly above the current Basalt. It will take on the upcoming Tata Curvv and also eye market share from Mahindra XUV 3XO and Hyundai Creta.

Closing Note

With Citroen Basalt pre-booking now open, the brand is betting big on premium features and SUV-coupe styling to make the Basalt X a stronger player in India’s competitive mid-size SUV market. Deliveries and final prices are expected in the coming weeks.

FAQs

What is the Citroen Basalt X booking amount?
The pre-booking amount for the Citroen Basalt X is ₹11,000.

What engines does the Citroen Basalt X offer?
It offers a 1.2L NA petrol and a 1.2L turbo-petrol with manual and automatic gearbox choices.