2023 Citroën C3 Aircross review - does big size offer big value? | OVERDRIVE

Citroen’s new SUV on the C3 platform is a mid-size SUV called the #C3Aircross that aims to offer a better value than it’s established rivals like the Creta and the Carens. But does it deliver on that promise? Watch the video to decide.

#citroen #review

0:00 Introduction
1:35 Off Road Abilities
3:01 Design
5:30 Boot Space
7:00 Cabin
8:27 2nd Row
10:14 3rd row
11:48 Driving impressions
13:13 Engine & gearbox
14:16 Noise insulation
14:37 What's missing
15:15 Performance
15:54 Ride Quality
16:34 Steering feel & braking
17:00 Safety
18:00 Headlamps
18:25 Conclusion

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[elemental]

Do people not consider premium suspension, class leading handling and engine refinement as features? Or is it only useless gimmicks like fancy door handles, sunroof, etc that counts as “specs” because looking at the comments, that’s a very worrying trend for the future of Indian automotive industry. 😳

[udayj]

Absolutely nailed the entire review. Don't get to see such no-nonsense videos these days. More power to you, Sir.

[princevarughese]

The problem with Citroen is their unusual pricing. The eC3 wouldve been a roaring success if they had priced it between 8-10L. Instead it cost 13+L on road. If they study the market and price it accordingly, they can get a foothold in this market. If else, it won't't be long before they'll exit India.

[madhurajr]

One of the best reviewers of the lot... Loved the car, missing some key features but if prices are good, Citroen gonna hit bullseye 🎯

[pragadeeshwaranmnavy]

I own this car, done odd 12k kms so far. For a price tag of 13L on road, this is a crazy value for money deal. The engine and ride quality is absolutely stellar. Nice punchy ride feel at the lows and beautiful handling even at 120+ is amazing.

[suhrtInsights]

Citroen is known for its suspension technology. It will most certainly provide better riding comfort with our pothole-ridden roads. Also, with best in class Torque of 190Nm it would have great pickup and acceleration at low revs.

[SumanthManthapuri]

I fell in Love with this Blue color variant 😍

[captainsambit]

Very detailed and nice review sir. Spot on in terms of pointing out the Pros and Cons.

Citroen always missed out on few of the creature comforts. Honestly, 3 things on the C3 Aircross could have made it so much more palatable:
Automatic Climate Control
Sunroof (Not asking for Panoramic as well) and the most important thing
Automatic Gearbox
Now because of these misses, this vehicle will continue to feel incomplete as per Indian customer demands.
Worried as to how the market will respond.

[chandraMohan-wd]

Absolutely great car however missing below

1. Change door handle. There must be some difference between Aircross and Wagon R

2. Headlight should be projector LED
3. Rear AC vent need to move foot area
AT option should be available

[sankarkumar-hxqw]

Does both seat varients have ISOfix mounts?

[sumitnajhoon]

PROS:
👉good and proportnate looks
👉Good ride and handling characteristics
👉 Excellent suspension set-up
👉Responsive engine, although its small, but yes it's adequate.

CONS:
👉over excessive cost cutting
👉Not so well engineered rear seats ( its better as 5 seater )
👉 interior material quality, fit n finish
👉 Missing out on basics like cruise control, climate control, grab handles, ac vents ( considering what competition offers)

But, it will all boil down to price point. Which segment customer its ACTUALLY targeting, COMPACT SUV ( nexon / magnite / breeza) or 4+m crowded segment ( creta / seltos )

Maybe, they will sought it in between both the COMPACT and 4+mts segment, and will try to catch customers from both .
Anither important point is the higher TAX rates this vehicle will attract as in comparison to C3 hatch

[cacti]

Thanks for proper Sick of youtubers who say good for free lease

[ParthRastogi]

not ignoring the fact that the engine is more powerful than same price segment cars.

[elan]

I have tested C3 AIrcross, i just want to know whether pure tech 110 engine is reliable for long run. Can you clarify Naturally aspirated engine or Turbo charged engine is better. If possible can you suggest which can better value for money C3 Aircross / Tata Nexon / Breeza.

[preethkumar]

They should bring a diesel engine for this model with likes of nexon in terms of fuel efficiency. This petrol engine gives poor milege and gives single digit in city and not more than 12 kms in highway as per the overdrive observation. Moreover Citroen are know for diesel engine and Tata nexon or Mahindra uses Pugeot Citroen designed engine .

[aneesh]

Its an amazing car, i would like them to add led headlights, cruise control.

[prassannaraghavan]

I would like to know this outsider car will be competetion to which models? already there are so many favorite choices for customers in the market. And many MPVs are still to come.

[drpallavroy]

Pricing....pricing is the 🗝️ ...A major factor whether Citroen can jump up or tumble down with this product

[pasupaty]

I just pray this company pulls it off with the price.all previous models failed but this still could be a savior for em they invested a lot of money. I pray for em

[pavneetsingh]

You can't disagree they have exceptional ride quality but its irrational to charge that much premium for it.