Citroën C3X Launch in India has launched the new C3X in India as the most feature-packed member of the C3 family, with prices starting at ₹7.90 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Shine NA trim and going up to ₹9.89 lakh for the range-topping Shine Turbo AT.
This “C3X” sits above the standard C3 hatch and is positioned as a compact SUV under the brand’s “Citroën 2.0 – Shift Into the New” strategy. Multiple outlets confirm the model’s arrival and pricing; AckoDrive pegs the entry point at ₹7.90 lakh, while HT Auto lists a ₹7.91 lakh starting tag—both outlining the same variant walk and equipment set.
Big Picture: More kit Where it Matters
Citroën’s C3 platform has always traded on comfort and value, but the C3X adds 15 new features to address exactly what Indian buyers have kept asking for: easy access, stronger safety tech, and richer cabin equipment. Highlights include Proxi-Sense Passive Entry & Push Start (true hands-free entry, not just a button on the handle), cruise control with speed limiter, and a HALO 360° camera system with seven viewing modes—rare at this price.
You also get an auto-dimming IRVM, a full LED lighting package with projector headlamps and fog lamps, LED DRLs and interior LEDs, plus convenience touches like a rear USB Type-C fast charger. These upgrades are consistently reported across launch coverage.
Powertrains and Performance
There are two familiar 1.2-litre PureTech petrols:
- NA 82 with a 5-speed manual, aimed at efficiency and city use.
- Turbo 110 with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic (the latter is the new range-topper). Citroën claims 0–100 km/h in under 10 seconds for the turbo and an ARAI figure up to 19.3 km/l, so it should be punchy yet frugal.
Ride comfort remains a calling card. Citroën’s Advanced Comfort suspension—already known for its “flying carpet” tuning—has been carried over and retuned for Indian conditions. Safety tech now reads well for this bracket: six airbags, ESP, ABS with EBD, Hill-Hold Assist, ISOFIX, TPMS, and a perimetric alarm are on the list.
Prices & Variants (Ex-Showroom, India)
Launch day stories line up on a clear hierarchy. The C3X sits above the standard C3, and its trims/prices look like this:
- C3X Shine NA (MT): ~₹7.90 lakh
- C3X Shine NA Dual Tone (MT): ~₹8.05 lakh
- C3X Shine Turbo (6MT): ~₹9.10 lakh
- C3X Shine Turbo (6AT): ~₹9.89 lakh
AckoDrive lists the ₹7.90 lakh opener and ₹9.89 lakh cap; India Today publishes a detailed price ladder including dual-tone and the turbo MT/AT splits; HT Auto quotes a ₹7.91 lakh start and confirms the top-end AT at ₹9.89 lakh. (Minor ₹1,000 rounding differences across outlets are common around launch.)
For context, India Today also notes the standard C3 range now starts at ₹5.25 lakh (C3 Live NA), which explains why some headlines cite “price starts at ₹5.25 lakh”—that figure refers to the base C3, not the C3X. The C3X itself begins around ₹7.90 lakh as above.
Rivals & Positioning
Citroën is aiming the C3X at popular sub-4m crossovers like the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, and the upper-end of Tata Punch variants. The brand’s pitch is simple: deliver big-car features (hands-free entry, 360° camera, full LED headlamps) below ₹10 lakh. On paper, that makes the C3X Shine Turbo AT at ₹9.89 lakh look particularly aggressive versus some rivals’ top trims.
Bookings, add-ons & Deliveries
Citroën has opened bookings, and first deliveries are slated for early September 2025, according to HT Auto. The HALO 360° camera is standard on certain variants and offered as a paid add-on on select trims; India Today quotes ₹25,000 for the option.
A CNG kit continues to be dealer-installed on the broader C3 lineup, priced at ₹93,000 over the equivalent petrol trim, which provides a hint at running-cost alternatives for buyers (though C3X specifics on CNG weren’t announced at launch).
Should You Buy the Citroën C3X?
If you liked the C3’s space and comfort but felt it missed upmarket touches, the C3X fixes that gap decisively. True hands-free entry, a 360° camera, wireless smartphone mirroring, auto-dimming IRVM, and full LED lighting are precisely the quality-of-life upgrades buyers expect in 2025.
The turbo-petrol with 6-speed AT at under ₹10 lakh strengthens the value story. Where you’ll want a test drive is ride comfort versus body control at highway speeds, as well as camera quality and headlamp performance in real-world night driving—areas where rivals have set high bars. Still, as a feature-rich, comfortable, sub-₹10 lakh compact SUV, the C3X is suddenly a very credible short-list pick.
FAQs
1) What is the starting price of the new Citroën C3X?
The C3X starts at ₹7.90–₹7.91 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Shine NA trim, depending on the outlet’s rounding. The top Shine Turbo AT is ₹9.89 lakh.
2) How is the C3X different from the regular C3?
It adds 15 new features focusing on convenience, lighting, safety, and tech: Proxi-Sense Passive Entry & Push Start, cruise control with speed limiter, a HALO 360° camera (7 views), auto-dimming IRVM, and a full LED lighting pack, plus a richer cabin with leatherette trim and a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto.
3) What engines and gearboxes are available?
Two 1.2-litre petrols: NA 82 (5-MT) and Turbo 110 (6-MT or 6-AT). The turbo claims 0–100 km/h in under 10 seconds and up to 19.3 km/l (ARAI).
4) Does it have six airbags and ESP?
Yes. The C3X’s safety list includes six airbags, ESP, ABS with EBD, Hill-Hold Assist, ISOFIX, TPMS, and a perimetric alarm.
5) Is the 360° camera standard?
It’s model-dependent; HT Auto notes it’s part of the feature suite and available as a paid add-on on select trims. India Today quotes ₹25,000 when added as an option. Check the specific variant at your dealership.
6) When do deliveries begin?
Early September 2025, per HT Auto’s launch coverage.
7) Is ₹5.25 lakh also a C3X price?
No—that’s the starting price of the base C3 (Live NA) after the lineup repositioning. The C3X itself begins around ₹7.90 lakh.
8) Does the C3X get a sunroof or 360° with dynamic guidelines?
Citroën hasn’t announced a sunroof for the C3X at launch. The HALO 360° system is confirmed (with 7 viewing angles); for specifics like dynamic guidelines, check a demo unit, as camera implementations vary by trim.
9) Any financing or CNG options?
Financing will be dealer-driven. A dealer-installed CNG kit exists for the broader C3 range at a ₹93,000 premium; Citroën hasn’t detailed a C3X-specific CNG at launch.
Summary
The Citroën C3X finally gives the C3 family the feature depth buyers wanted—while keeping the sticker under ₹10 lakh even for the turbo-automatic. If you prize comfort and big-car features on a sensible budget, it deserves a spot on your shortlist.