2023 Citroen C3 Shine Turbo Launched at Rs. 8.80 Lakh

Citroen India has launched the turbo variants of its hatchback, the C3. This updated turbo-petrol engine is now compliant with the new BS6 Phase 2 norms and also comes with ARAI-claimed fuel efficiency of 19.3kmpl. Prices for the 2023 C3 turbo variant’s start at Rs. 8.28 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.

Citroen has also launched the Shine variant in the turbo-petrol trim hat comes loaded with more advanced safety features like ESP, hill hold, engine auto start/stop and TPMS. Other features include electrically adjustable ORVMs, rear parking camera, manual day/night IRVM, and My Citroen Connect smartphone connectivity features. In terms of exterior updates the 2023 Citroen C3 gets 15-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, front fog lamps, rear skid plates, rear wiper with washer, and rear defogger.

Powering the C3 turbo is the 1.2L 3-cylinder Turbo Petrol engine that churns out 109bhp and 190Nm of peak torque while being paired to a six-speed manual gearbox.

Speaking on the launch, Saurabh Vatsa, Brand Head, Citroen India, said, “We are pleased to launch the new Gen III PureTech 110 turbo engine now with advanced safety features that will delight owners with its practicality and performance for city and highway commutes. The C3 turbo has been in high demand and customers in the past and now with this new generation turbo engine compliant with BS6 Phase II, customers will continue to enjoy the high performance and responsive motor for an exciting driving experience. With the new Shine variant and My Citroen Connect app on board, this hatch with a twist makes for a very appealing and compelling package. We would like to thank the customers who have been waiting for the C3 turbo and we would like to assure them that the vehicle deliveries would start from the middle of May.”

Citroën C3 Gen III Turbo BS6 Ph II Variant wise prices (ex-showroom Delhi)