The Citroen C3 Aircross has been awarded a 5-star safety rating for adult occupant protection by the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). The SUV achieved a score of 27.05 out of 33 points for adult safety and 40 out of 49 points for child occupant protection, which translated into a 4-star rating for child safety. This marks the Aircross as the 22nd vehicle to receive a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP. However, the adult safety score places it among the lowest-scoring vehicles within the 5-star category.
During the comprehensive assessment, the Citroën Aircross demonstrated a stable structure and footwell area, capable of withstanding significant impact forces. Protection for adult occupants was assessed as good to adequate across all body areas in both frontal and side impact tests. The vehicle also performed effectively in the side pole test, providing full head protection through curtain airbags.
In terms of child occupant safety, the Aircross provided complete protection to both 18-month-old and 3-year-old dummies when using rearward-facing child seats secured by ISOFIX anchorages and support legs. The model also includes i-Size anchorages as standard, which are designed for easier and safer child seat installation.
The Citroën Aircross is equipped with over 40 active and passive safety features. These include six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), hill-hold assist, seatbelts for all seats with reminders, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The vehicle’s body structure uses High Strength Steel (HSS), Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS), and Ultra High Strength Steel (UHSS) to enhance crash energy absorption and reduce cabin intrusion.
For comfort and convenience, the SUV offers features such as LED projector headlamps, automatic air-conditioning, power-folding ORVMs, a soft-touch dashboard, rear AC vents, and ergonomically placed power window switches.
Available transmission options include a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual, and a 6-speed automatic. The vehicle can be configured with either a 5-seater layout or a 5+2 seater layout, providing versatility. Engine options include a 1.2L PureTech 110 turbocharged petrol engine delivering 110 PS and 205 Nm, and a 1.2L PureTech 82 naturally aspirated petrol engine.
The price of the Citroën Aircross ranges from Rs 8.32 lakh to Rs 14.10 lakh (ex-showroom).