Citroen: New C3 Aircross, also as an electric car

Citroën shows the first images of the new C3 Aircross – a model that “shares with the new C3 the same design DNA, the same promise of space and comfort on board, as well as the desire to shake up the market with a very competitive price. space,” according to the people of France. Both models are based on the “Smart Car” platform, which also enables a purely electric vehicle.

The new C3 Aircross with up to seven seats adopts Citroën’s new design language, of which the Oli concept car and the C3 were the first implementations. The colored clips on the bumper and on the C-pillar can be changed as desired.

“The C3 Aircross suggests durability and incorporates its SUV styling with a high and horizontal bonnet, widened fenders and wheel arches that benefit from the protection of larger wheels with a diameter of up to 690 mm,” it says.

The new C3 Aircross changes dimensions to 4.39 meters in length and offers more space in the interior. A longer wheelbase allows more legroom for rear passengers. According to the manufacturer, the vertical design of the rear side and the rear parts as well as the size ensure good space for passengers in the third row. If seven seats are required, two are implemented with folding seats in the trunk.

“Like the C3, the new C3 Aircross will put comfort first and will have all the features and technologies expected by customers in this market,” said Citroën. The model should be available to order from summer. The new C3 Aircross is offered with a natural combustion engine, with hybrid storage for the first time and as an electric version offered in Europe. No details yet, and no price.