Citroen C3 Turbo Shine variant launched at Rs 8.80 lakh

Citroen has added a new top-spec variant to the Citroen C3 lineup. The Turbo Shine variant of the C3 hatchback is priced at Rs 8.80 lakh and is the most expensive one on offer. Prices for the Citroen C3 lineup start at Rs 6.16 lakh. The Shine variant was first introduced last month with a naturally aspirated petrol engine.

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Citroen C3 Turbo Shine: What’s on offer?

The Turbo Shine variant of Citroen C3 gets the 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine under the hood. This engine can produce a maximum power output of 110hp. This engine is compliant with the latest BS6 Phase II norms. In comparison, the naturally aspirated 1.2-litre petrol engine on the non-Turbo variants puts out 82hp and 115Nm.

The Citroen C3 Turbo Shine gets top-of-the-line features that are missing from the Turbo Feel trim. The hatchback gets 13 new features on this variant, including an Advances Safety Suite consisting of ESP, Hill Hold, TPMS & Auto Start/Stop. It also gets 15-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, rear skid plates, rear parking camera, electrically adjustable OVRMs, rear wiper & washer, and rear defogger. The hatchback also gets the My Citroen Connect app that comes with 35 smart connectivity features.

Here is what the price list for all Turbo variants of the C3 looks like.

Variant	Price
C3 1.2LP Turbo Feel Dual Tone	Rs 8.28 lakh
C3 1.2LP Turbo Feel Dual Tone Vibe Pack	Rs 8.43 lakh
C3 1.2LP Turbo Shine Dual Tone Vibe Pack	Rs 8.80 lakh
C3 1.2LP Turbo Shine Dual Tone Vibe Pack	Rs 8.92 lakh

Saurabh Vatsa, Brand Head, Citroën India added, “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 & highway commutes. The C3 Turbo has been in high demand & delighted customers in the past and now with this new generation turbo engine compliant with BS6 Phase II, the customers will continue to enjoy the high performance & responsive motor for an exciting driving experience. With the new Shine variant and My Citroën 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 middle of May.”

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Conclusion

The premium hatchback and compact SUV category is seeing a lot of action with Maruti and Hyundai stepping into the segment. The likes of Fronx and Exter will be looking to dominate this segment this year. Right now, Citroen C3 rivals Tata Punch, Maruti Suzuki Ignis, Renault Kiger, and Nissan Magnite.

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