The All-New Citron C3 Aircross Compact Suv At The Singapore Motorshow 2018

Inspired by the C-Aircross concept car presented at the Geneva Motor Show 2017 and featuring classic Citroën design cues, the All-New Citroën C3 Aircross brings a breath of fresh air to the compact SUV segment. Outside, it stands out with its unique body styling and unprecedented personalisation choices, giving it an assertive personality. Inside, it innovates through its comfort as part of the Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme for enhanced spaciousness, modular design and brightness. Firmly contemporary, the All-New Citroën C3 Aircross is eminently connected and equipped with a range of technologies that make life easier in the city and on the road. In short, Citroën's new SUV invites fans of style, well-being and adventure to live a whole new experience.

The All-New Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact SUV distinguished by its powerful, original and fresh attitude. The body styling is fully consistent with the Brand's latest creations and possesses all the attributes of a robust SUV.

The All-New Citroën C3 Aircross Compact SUV was created through the inspiration of the design teams headed by Alexandre Malval, Styling Director at Citroën. From the very first gaze, the C3 Aircross appeals with its unique body styling, freshness and SUV appearance. Its compact and high-set dimensions (4.15 m long, 1.76 m wide and 1.64 m tall) are well proportioned and showcase the car's flowing and dynamic design lines. Citroën's attractive compact SUV dominates the road. Standing firm on its large-diameter wheels, the C3 Aircross has a ground clearance some 20 mm higher than the New C3, whose platform it shares. The new model's wing extenders and protective skid plates also contribute to the dynamic and protective SUV styling. These visual features reinforce the car's adventuresome aspect and express its singular personality.

At the front, the All-New Citroën C3 Aircross sports Citroën's classic graphic signature with two-tier lights. The headlamps strengthen the expression of the front end and confirm kinship with the Brand's latest models. The upper part consists of LED daytime running lights connected to the chevrons via a double chrome strip, serving to express the entire width of the car. Comprising of square-yet-rounded lamps enlivened by a colour surround, this area also houses the fog lamps.

At the rear, the powerful shoulders of the C3 Aircross emphasise its width and muscular character. The 3D-effect rear lights spell out the family connection with the new C3 and the C-Aircross concept car. The sophisticated light units are complemented by Gloss Black inserts in the tailgate featuring the two-tone C3 Aircross badge and Gloss Black chevrons. This bold combination broadens the two light units and underlines the sense of width while firmly denoting the car's high-tech nature. The imposing rear bumper topped by a protective skid plate echoes the front end and once again affirms the car's robustness and SUV spirit. The rear quarterlights, made out of polycarbonate and layered with a coloured film, create a strong graphic contrast on the C pillar.

The technology and adventurous nature of the new model are underlined by an efficient latest-generation engines. The C3 Aircross is available with PureTech 3-cylinder engine equipped with the latest technologies for heightened responsiveness and controlled fuel consumption and emissions. The PureTech engine won the "International Engine of the Year" award in three consecutive years 2015 – 2017 in its category. The PureTech 110 engine is available with an EAT6 automatic gearbox for maximum driving pleasure and comfort.

Present at each design stage, the Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme underlines the meticulous attention paid to the well-being of body and mind and underscores the practical and generous character of this people-minded compact SUV. Designed as a true space for living, the C3 Aircross is warm and convivial. With its ingenious architecture, it combines compact design outside with outstanding roominess inside.

The All-New Citroën C3 Aircross is fully focused on travelling comfort, in which the perception of space and the sense of well-being play a key role. These sensations, felt instantly on entering the vehicle, are created by the horizontal design of the dashboard, freeing up space, and by the welcoming and comfortable seats. With the Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme, the C3 Aircross innovates through its design, providing exceptional cabin space, modularity and boot volume.

The high-set architecture of the C3 Aircross brings it the most spacious interior in the segment and outstanding comfort, with five seats and generous leg and head room. The C3 Aircross is the segment leader in terms of front and rear head room with the best ceiling height. Each passenger is fully at ease in the front and rear alike. Rear knee room is also remarkable, thanks to a wheelbase of 2.6 m.

The C3 Aircross offers a modular design with a 60/40 split-folding rear bench.

The C3 Aircross has the largest boot in the segment of 410 litres and access made easy by a broad rear window, large-opening tailgate and low loading sill.

Another essential component in travelling comfort is storage space. The functional C3 Aircross benefits from a range of storage compartments. The central console is designed to store a smartphone with a special dock and wireless charging. There are also storage spaces in the glove box, front and rear doors.

Faithful to the Brand's DNA and the Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme, the All-New Citroën C3 Aircross provides drivers and passengers with travelling comfort. The aim is to make each journey in the C3 Aircross more pleasant and convivial by filtering out all outside disturbances, cocoon-like. The standard-setting comfort on board the C3 Aircross is demonstrated in:

- seat comfort with a long wheelbase of 2.6 m

- superior suspension system for ride comfort

- sound comfort, with meticulous soundproofing and acoustics.

For a more seamless driving experience and intuitive functionalities, the All-New Citroën C3 Aircross offers connectivity and infotainment via a 7-inch touchscreen (air conditioning, radio, telephone controls). Stay connected with the following features:

with a special docking area. This all-new system can be used to induction charge a wide range of smartphones or devices compatible with the Qi standard with a charging mat built into a dedicated storage space in the central console. It also disposes with physically and aesthetically cumbersome cables. Wireless electric energy transmission is based on the principle of magnetic induction.

with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay™ and MirrorLink®. Drivers enjoy the multimedia content and apps of their smartphones via the 7-inch touchscreen.

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